Junior Plant Biologist

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Your impact
The Jacobs Tempe office is seeking a full‑time early career biologist with 1-5 years of experience to support biological analyses and fieldwork. The successful candidate will contribute to work conducted in support of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Endangered Species Act (ESA), and other applicable regulations. Responsibilities may include assisting with impact assessments, project site investigations, habitat surveys, mitigation planning, restoration and mitigation site monitoring, and construction monitoring.

In this role you will

Assist with habitat assessments and field surveys for wildlife and plant species

Assist with preparation of biological assessments, biological evaluations, biological reviews, and biological evaluation short forms

Assist with preparation of biological portions of environmental assessments or environmental impact statements

Here’s what you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Wildlife Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field

1-5 years of experience in field studies and/or environmental analysis; relevant internship, seasonal, or graduate research experience will be considered

Strong writing skills and the ability to learn and apply technical biological report‑writing practices

Computer literacy, and willingness to learn new software and technical methods

Organizational and time management skills, with the ability to complete assigned work within defined timelines and established standards

Valid driver’s license and safe driving record

Overnight travel is required, averaging at least 1-2 nights per month, likely more.

Ideally, you’ll also have

Working knowledge of, or coursework related to, Endangered Species Act and National Environmental Policy Act regulations

Experience with projects for state transportation departments or the Federal Highway Administration

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about.

Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.

Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan.

Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave.

Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $58,656.00 to $88,500.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on September 14, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better.

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