Part-time Seasonal Field Technologist

Safe Tsystem

University Park, Pennsylvania, United States
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Supervise field crew
Data collection and analysis
Remote sensing with uavs
** Safe Tsystem is seeking a part-time Seasonal Field Technologist to assist with data collection and analysis for research projects focused on vegetation dynamics in young mixed-oak hardwood stands. The role involves supervising field crews, performing data audits, and utilizing remote sensing technology. **

Job Summary

  • The technologist's primary duty is to supervise the field crew of the Crop Tree and Gap Dynamics Project.
  • Additionally, the technologist is tasked with modelling the effect of overstory tree retention on the growth of young saplings.
  • The technologist will travel to study sites in central and northwestern Pennsylvania in their personal vehicle and is expected to work with minimal supervision in remote, rugged environments and adverse weather conditions.

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** Safe Tsystem is seeking a part-time Seasonal Field Technologist to assist with data collection and analysis for research projects focused on vegetation dynamics in young mixed-oak hardwood stands. The role involves supervising field crews, performing data audits, and utilizing remote sensing technology. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Supervise field crew
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Remote sensing with UAVs
  • Python or R programming
  • Plant species identification

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of retention silviculture
  • Familiarity with early rotation treatments
  • Experience with forestry remote sensing methods

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in forest ecosystem management
  • Coursework in silviculture, remote sensing, GIS, and spatial analysis
  • Valid driver's license

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