Biological Science Research Technician 2 | Oregon State University - Military Veterans

Internal Job Number: P05157CT Description: This recruitment will be used to fill up to four full-time, seasonal (June September) Biological Science Research Technician 2 positions for the Department of Forest Engineering, Resources, and Management at Oregon State University ( OSU ). This position is located in Blue River, Oregon. This position will support ongoing field data collection associated with research and monitoring studies in forest types of Western Oregon. This position will serve as crew leader to collect data for the Pacific Northwest Permanent Sample Plot Program. The project objective is to understand the long-term patterns and mechanisms of undisturbed and post-fire forest dynamics across a diversity of forest types in Oregon and Washington. Employee will learn about forest succession, tree mortality, and post-fire conditions in mature and old-growth forests of the Cascade Mountains and Coast Range. This position is 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. The crew will be based at the HJ Andrews Experimental Forest near Blue River, Oregon. Apartment-style housing will be provided. For more information: http://pnwpsp.forestry.oregonstate.edu 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 forestry, botany, natural resources, environmental science or closely 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. Demonstrated leadership skills and/or leadership experience. Ability to follow complex data-collection procedures. Experience or training in forest inventory methods and measurements. Experience navigating mountainous terrain using geoPDFs, GPS units, and map and compass. Demonstrated ability to work independently and with other crew members in a professional manner while maintaining a positive, safe, and inclusive work environment. 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: These positions require the ability to work long hours outdoors in in all weather conditions in a remote forested environment. The employee is required to work in forested, mountainous terrain with steep, uneven slopes, dense understory vegetation and biting insects, in a range of weather conditions from cold rain to extreme summer heat. Exposure to poison oak is a possibility. The required work schedule is anticipated to be four consecutive, 10-hour days followed by three consecutive days off, but is subject to change as needed. Crews will be based at the HJ Andrews Experimental Forest near Blue River, Oregon, where free housing (apartments) will be provided at the forest headquarters. Camping is required when working in remote research locations. When camping, a stipend will be paid to cover costs of food, gear and campground fees. The ability to lift/carry/push/pull objects weighing up to 40 pounds.