Research Plot Technician

University of Minnesota; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 30,844 - 31,395; Part time

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Retirement plan options

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Job summary

An academic institution is seeking seasonal Research Plot Technicians to assist with various forest ecology research projects in northern Minnesota. The position requires measuring plant growth and conducting lab work including data entry and equipment maintenance. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma with two years of relevant experience. Flexibility for evening and weekend work is necessary. Pay ranges from $22.39 to $22.79 per hour based on experience. Applications are accepted online only.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have experience in data collection related to plant growth or forestry.
• Must be willing to travel to various field sites in northern Minnesota.

Responsibilities

• Measure plant growth, physiology, and phenology.
• Conduct lab work including data entry and biomass assessments.
• Maintain field sites and research equipment.

Skills

Field data collection

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school graduation

Two years of related education/experience

Job description

Location

Cloquet Forestry Center

Job Duties

The Department of Forest Resources is seeking seasonal Research Plot Technicians to join a team of faculty, post docs, research staff, and students working on various forest ecology research projects. Typically, the Research Plot Technicians will work during the months of March and November, dependent on weather. Hours will be variable, intermittent, and may include evenings and weekends. The successful candidate will be able to work well independently and as a member of a team. Candidates must be willing to travel to field sites in northern Minnesota.

• (60%) Measure plant growth, physiology, and phenology
• (20%) Lab work includes data entry, biomass assessments, and leaf area analysis
• (10%) Routine maintenance of field sites, field instruments, and research equipment, including a Licor 6400xt
• (10%) Data cleaning and preparing for analysis

This is a supplemental position represented by the AFSCME LOCALS 3937 & 3801 COUNCIL 5.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school graduation and two (2) years of related education and/or related experience.
• Candidates must be willing to travel to field sites in northern Minnesota.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated work or educational experience in forestry or ecology.
• Demonstrated experience in field data collection relating to plant growth, physiology, and/or forestry.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $22.39 (step 1) - $22.79 (step 2) depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume.

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Diversity

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