The Holden Arboretum seeks an Ecologist to join its Research Department. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to develop an independent research program that advances scientific understanding of plants and their environments while contributing practical solutions to pressing environmental challenges affecting the Great Lakes region and beyond.

The successful candidate will combine rigorous scientific inquiry with public engagement, translating research discoveries into meaningful action through collaboration, education, and outreach. We welcome applicants whose expertise aligns with a broad range of plant and environmental research areas, including urban ecology, forest health, plant pathology, forestry, forest management, climate resilience, and related inquiries centered on relationships between plants and their environments.

Deadline: 09/10/2026

Location: Ohio, USA

Contract type: Full-Time

Salary: $75,000 – $85,000/ year