Cooperative Agreement for affiliated Partner with the Californian Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit

The U.S. Geological Survey’s National and Regional Climate Adaptation Science Center (NRCASC) seeks a cooperative‑agreement partner from the Californian Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) to lead a three‑year, $480,000 research effort focused on invasive‑species synthesis, data integration, and tool development at national and regional scales. The work will generate actionable datasets, risk‑assessment tools, and best‑practice workshops to support resource‑manager decision‑making across multiple federal priorities (energy, water security, hazard preparedness, etc.). One award will be made; the awardee must be an existing CESU partner and submit the application via Grants.gov by 30 Nov 2026. • Scope: National‑scale synthesis of invasive‑species data, creation of a rapid‑research‑synthesis toolbox, and development of manager‑relevant models. • Deliverables: Data sets, analytical reports, workshop series, publications, and a final technical report. • Funding: $480,000 total (≈$155,000 Year 1; Years 2‑3 contingent on performance). • Duration: 1 base year + 2 optional renewal years (max 3 years). • Eligibility: Must be a current partner of the Californian CESU. • Application: Submit via Grants.gov (Funding Opportunity Number G27AS00081) with required biographical sketches, budget, data‑management plan, and compliance certifications. • Key Contacts: Rachel Miller (Grants Management Specialist) for administrative questions; Jackson Valler (Research Coordinator) for technical queries.