The position involves supervising a field crew to study vegetation dynamics in young mixed-oak hardwood stands to improve silviculture practices
Job Summary
The position involves supervising a field crew to study vegetation dynamics in young mixed-oak hardwood stands to improve silviculture practices.
The technologist is responsible for training interns, auditing data quality, and using unmanned aerial vehicles to measure tree height and canopy cover.
Candidates must be willing to travel to remote sites in central and northwestern Pennsylvania and work independently in adverse weather conditions.
Matching Summary
The position involves supervising a field crew to study vegetation dynamics in young mixed-oak hardwood stands to improve silviculture practices.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Bachelor's degree in forest ecosystem management
Proficiency in Python or R programming
Strong plant species identification skills
Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Experience with silviculture and remote sensing
Nice-to-have
Knowledge of retention silviculture literature
Familiarity with early rotation treatments
Experience with spatial analysis methods
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in forest ecosystem management
Completed coursework in silviculture, GIS, and remote sensing
Valid driver's license required for vehicle operation