Part-time Field Technologists For Crop-tree And Gap-dynamics In Mixed-oak Forests In Pennsylvania Project

Penn State University

University Park, Pennsylvania, USA
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Forest stand attribute measurement
Ground flora vegetation measurement
Tree and gap dimension measurement
** Penn State University is seeking part-time field technologists to assist in a research project focused on crop-tree and vegetation dynamics in mixed-oak forests in Pennsylvania. Candidates will work outdoors in multi-person crews to measure forest stand attributes and must have relevant educational backgrounds or experience in wildlife, forestry, or natural resource management. **

Job Summary

  • The technologists operate in multi-person crews to carefully measure forest stand attributes, including ground vegetation.
  • Study sites are located on State Game Lands throughout the northwest and northcentral regions of Pennsylvania.
  • Work will involve daily travel to field sites and some overnight travel.

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** Penn State University is seeking part-time field technologists to assist in a research project focused on crop-tree and vegetation dynamics in mixed-oak forests in Pennsylvania. Candidates will work outdoors in multi-person crews to measure forest stand attributes and must have relevant educational backgrounds or experience in wildlife, forestry, or natural resource management. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Forest stand attribute measurement
  • Ground flora vegetation measurement
  • Tree and gap dimension measurement
  • Digital photo documentation
  • Downed woody debris measurement
  • Valid driver's license

Nice-to-have

  • Strong work ethic
  • Forest measurement skills
  • Plant/tree identification skills

Key Requirements

  • College-level coursework or experience in wildlife, forestry, or natural resource management
  • Degree in forestry, wildlife, natural resources, environmental sciences, biology or related field

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