Please see the following website for full job posting and application link: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/74263#new_tab
The full consideration date has been extended in order to expand the original applicant pool. For full consideration, applications should be received by 04/20/19.
Position Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill between 1-6 full-time, Temporary Bio Science Research Tech 1 positions for the department of Forest Engineering, Resources and Management at Oregon State University (OSU).
These positions will support ongoing field data collection associated with several research and monitoring studies in the dry forest types of southern, central and eastern Oregon. These technicians will assist graduate students and other crew leaders with tree and vegetation measurements, data recording, data management, and plot location.
Position Duties
25% – Navigation to and location of plots using Global Positioning Systems (GPS), aerial photographs and maps.
25% – Plant identification: Visually identify trees to the species level.
30% – Standard mensurational measurements of trees (e.g. diameters and heights) and stands (e.g. basal area and surface fuels) for inventory/monitoring purposes following the established protocols for the project.
20% – Data recording and management using paper logs and electronic data loggers that are used in conjunction with the established protocols.
Minimum Qualifications
Two years of college-level courses in (specific field of biological science); OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Additional Required Qualifications
Two years of college-level courses in forestry, natural resources or closely related field; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Must possess good interpersonal skills, and be able to work independently for long hours outdoors, and as part of a team.
Must possess a strong attention to detail.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
Experience with plant identification techniques.
Experience with forest inventory and tree identification in southern, central and eastern Oregon, including experience identifying tree mortality agents.
Experience with the Southern Blues Forest Partnership monitoring protocols or similar monitoring protocols.
Experience with semi-arid forest ecosystems with a history of frequent fire, including the ability to identify relevant understory herbaceous and woody vegetation.
Experience with field work under strenuous conditions.
Experience with GPS, aerial photographs, and map navigation.
A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.