Forestry Field Research Technologist

MSU Careers Recent Jobs; Escanaba (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

MSU Careers is seeking a forestry assistant to support forestry research and management in Escanaba, MI. The role involves fieldwork, data collection, and operating/maintaining facilities at the Forestry Innovation Center. The position runs through 12/31/2028 with standard 8-5 hours.

Responsibilities include storm damage cleanup, infrastructure maintenance across three stations, plantation layout and sample collection, and taking on additional duties as projects evolve.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in forestry or related field.

Responsibilities

• Storm damage cleanup and repair; monitor and measure research plots.
• Maintain station infrastructure across 3 facilities to enhance access to research forest and plots.
• Layout and care of maple and Christmas tree plantations; data collection and analysis.
• Assist with other duties as assigned by station director.

Skills

Forestry knowledge

Equipment operation

Tree identification

Mapping

Grounds maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in forestry

Job description

MSU Careers is seeking a forestry assistant to support forestry research and management in Escanaba, MI. The role involves fieldwork, data collection, and operating/maintaining facilities at the Forestry Innovation Center. The position runs through 12/31/2028 with standard 8-5 hours.

Responsibilities include storm damage cleanup, infrastructure maintenance across three stations, plantation layout and sample collection, and taking on additional duties as projects evolve.