Temporary Biological Sciences Research Technician 2 - Military Veterans

Internal Job Number: P05089CT

Description:

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Temporary Biological Sciences Research Technician 2 position for the Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society at Oregon State University (OSU).

This position is responsible for conducting a variety of field botany methods including initial plot characterization, line-point intercept transects, and vegetation height structure using established protocols. The incumbent may also assist in measurement of trees and fuel loading.

This position is also be responsible for preparing and leading a field crew in the completion of data collection tasks, planning and logistics, ensuring that Oregon State University (OSU) policies and procedures are followed, communicating with project sponsors, and managing data.

This position will support field data collection associated with research and vegetation monitoring studies in dry forest types of eastern Oregon in collaboration with the Malheur National Forest and the Southern Blues Restoration Coalition. The goal of this multi-party monitoring program is to evaluate the effectiveness of restoration treatments, inform adaptive management strategies, and develop social acceptance of restoration strategies in dry forest types of eastern Oregon. The data from this project is used to evaluate the effects of forest restoration, vegetation management, fuels treatments, prescribed burns, and wildfires on understory plant composition, surface fuels, and overstory structure and composition.

Minimum Qualifications (Staff) / Guidelines (Faculty):

Two years of college-level courses in (specific field of biological science) and one year of experience related to the area of assignment at the Biological Research Technician 1 level; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Requirements :

• Two years of college-level courses in botany, ecology, biology, forestry, or related field and one year of experience related to the area of assignment at the Biological Research Technician 1 level; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience in data entry, quality control, and management of digital data
• Knowledge of techniques of field botany including vegetation cover assessments using quadrats and transects with point-intercept methods.
• Experience identifying grass species.
• Experience with semi-arid forest ecosystems with a history of frequent fire, including the ability to identify relevant understory herbaceous and woody vegetation.
• Demonstrated strong teamwork and leadership skills to facilitate effective, respectful, and diplomatic interactions with others.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming workplace environment for individuals with a range of different backgrounds, identities, perspectives, and/or life experiences

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030

Type:

• This position requires the ability to work long hours outdoors in in all weather conditions in a remote forested environment. The ability to traverse steep, rugged, and/or uneven terrain is required.
• The anticipated required work schedule will be 8 days on and 6 days off for 12-14 weeks of the summer.
• Lodging in bunkhouses at the Malheur National Forest is provided. However, some overnight camping outdoors may be required on occasion, depending on the field site.