Part-time Field Technologists For Crop-tree And Gap-dynamics In Mixed-oak Forests In Pennsylvania Project
Bordenstein Lab
University Park, Pennsylvania, USA
Hybrid
Forest stand attribute measurement
Ground flora vegetation measurement
Tree and plant species identification
Assist in a joint research project focused on quantifying crop tree and vegetation dynamics in mixed-oak stands
Job Summary
Assist in a joint research project focused on quantifying crop tree and vegetation dynamics in mixed-oak stands.
Operate in multi-person crews to measure forest stand attributes, including ground vegetation, and experimental treatments.
Study sites are located on State Game Lands throughout the northwest and northcentral regions of Pennsylvania, involving daily and some overnight travel.
Matching Summary
Assist in a joint research project focused on quantifying crop tree and vegetation dynamics in mixed-oak stands.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Forest stand attribute measurement
Ground flora vegetation measurement
Tree and plant species identification
Operating a motor vehicle
Daily travel to field sites
Outdoor work in all weather
Nice-to-have
Strong work ethic
Team collaboration
Data organization skills
Key Requirements
Valid driver's license
College-level coursework in wildlife, forestry, or natural resource management
Degree in forestry, wildlife, natural resources, environmental sciences, biology or related field