Silva Lab Field Technician

Location

This position will be based at the University of Minnesota-St. Paul campus, but includes extensive travel to remote field/research sites across the state.

• (95%) Remote work at field/research sites
• (5%) St. Paul Campus

IMPORTANT NOTE: Because we are a land-grant institution that serves the state, the University will continue to-in most cases-expect the employee to live in Minnesota. To review the few exceptions, please see the Work. With Flexibility guidance.

Job Duties
The University of Minnesota Silva Lab has openings for summer field technicians. These positions will allow technicians to assist in field data collection for a variety of projects within the Silva Lab. Technicians will gain skills in basic forest measurements, tree and plant ID, soil sampling techniques, use of high-tech forestry equipment, and more. Research areas include silviculture, fire, carbon, phenology, forest soils, and climate adaptation. Most positions include a significant (>90%) field work component which will include working outdoors in all conditions (heat, rain, biting insects, or combination of all three). Technicians should be comfortable with these conditions and be physically fit, able to walk long distances, and carry a moderate amount of weight (20 pounds).

Summary of Position

• (90%) Field data collection
• (5%) Data entry
• (5%) Data analysis or additional duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent, but education/experience requirements can be higher.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with a varied mix of internal and external partners from diverse communities and cultures using tact, diplomacy, initiative, and sound judgement.
• Experience in outdoor/field work
• Experience with tree and/or plant ID in Minnesota
• Demonstrated interest in a career in forestry, forest ecology, or other related field

Pay Range: $16.00 – $18.00 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online Application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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