Part-time Seasonal Field Technologist

Penn State

Pennsylvania, US
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in forest ecosystem management
Proficiency in python or r programming
Strong plant species identification skills
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
  • Successful completion of background checks

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