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Carnegie Institution for Science: Research technician, Department of Global Ecology. Compensation: $18-22/hr. Seeking a part-time technician to aid in ecological research projects relating to plant invasion, climate change, and microclimates. Employment will begin in July and end in October, with a potential extension through the academic year. Hours are flexible. Work will primarily be conducted on the Stanford University campus and surrounding lands. Specific duties: assist in the construction and set-up of the experiments, with responsibilities including constructing soil moisture probes; building rainfall exclusion and temperature-manipulation structures; deploying sensors and dataloggers in the field; collecting, sorting, and counting seeds; preparing ion exchange membranes; mixing and sifting soil; and other related tasks as needed. Required qualifications: * Must have enthusiasm for learning new skills, be able to work well independently, be adaptable, reliable, detail-oriented, well-organized, and have good communication skills. * Must be able to and comfortable working in laboratories, workshops, and outdoors, including in adverse weather conditions typical of California. * Must be able to and comfortable lifting 50 pounds and occasionally engaging in strenuous physical activity in the field. Preferred qualifications: * Experience with building simple structures out of wood, plastic, or other materials. * Experience with technical skills such as soldering, cutting and stripping cables, or cutting and rounding welding rods. * Knowledge of basic field first aid. * Bachelor's degree or enrollment in courses in biology, environmental sciences, engineering, earth systems, or a related field. See: https://jobs.carnegiescience.edu/jobs/research-technician-7/. Posted: 6/29/23.

Jones Center at Ichauway: 1 full-time, temporary Seasonal Technician position in the Ecohydrology Lab. The position will begin in June 2024 for an initial term of 6 months, with the possibility of extension. The Ecohydrology Lab conducts research focused on the intersection of upland longleaf pine forest dynamics and hydrology at local and regional scales. The employee’s primary duties will center on routine field work and sample processing. Duties will include: 1) construction, installation and maintenance of sap flow probes and meteorological sensors; 2) frequent, routine measurements of throughfall and leaf area; 3) data collection from and maintenance of wetland HOBO sensors, 4) collection of plant physiology data and operation of associated equipment (e.g. LI-6400); and 5) data entry. The Jones Center is located in southwestern Georgia between Albany and Bainbridge. Further information can be found on the Jones Center’s website, or on the Ecohydrology lab’s website and twitter page (@Treewater229). Requirements: Candidate must be willing to conduct sometimes strenuous physical activity under demanding field conditions (i.e., heat, high humidity, and biting insects), demonstrate an attentive and thoughtful approach to data collection, and to work with minimal supervision. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s or an Associate’s degree in a related field (biology, ecology, natural resources, forestry, engineering, etc.), or previous professional fieldwork experience in a related field. Qualifications: Experience or coursework in any of the following areas is a plus, but is not required: ecohydrology, forest mensuration, plant physiology, plant hydraulics, circuits, and/or programming (e.g. R). Prior experience working in remote field settings is highly desirable. The optimal candidate will also have the motivation and ability to master the safe and proper operation of complicated field instrumentation and the patience to troubleshoot when issues arise. Wages: $14 per hour with on-site housing provided, OR $16 per hour without housing. To Apply: A cover letter, resume, college transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable) and list of references should be emailed to: jobs@jonesctr.org and stribling.stuber@jonesctr.org; Subject: Ecohydrology Seasonal Technician. Specific questions regarding the position should be sent to stribling.stuber@jonesctr.org. Applications received by April 29th, 2024 will receive highest consideration. Posted: 4/12/24.

Marshall University: The Palmquist lab is hiring a field technician for a project assessing vegetation vulnerability to sea-level rise within coastal ecosystems on the Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina. The field technician will work closely with a graduate student during the course of the summer. Duties include assisting in vegetation surveys, collecting plant specimens, and entering and error-checking data. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should be majors (or recent graduates) in biology, botany, wildlife, environmental science, or other related fields. Must be able to begin field work in June and work in hot, sometimes adverse conditions. A positive attitude and ability to work well with others is required. Experience with plant identification and vegetation sampling preferred, but not required. HOURS: 37.5 hours per week. The anticipated field season is June 1-July 31st. SALARY: $15 per hour. Housing will be provided in Beaufort, South Carolina. HOW TO APPLY: Send all materials listed below to Dr. Kyle Palmquist and Zak Bartholomew at palmquist@marshall.edu and zhbartholomew@gmail.com by no later than April 15th, 2024. Please include "Salt Marsh Vegetation Tech" in the email subject. Applications will be considered as they are received. WHAT TO SUBMIT: 1. Cover letter describing your interests, qualifications, and experience 2. CV or resume. Posted: 3/19/24.

National Ecological Observatory Network: Explore fieldwork and gain experience collecting data for a continental-scale ecology program! The National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) is hiring seasonal field technicians in select locations across the U.S. We have vacancies in Domains 02 (Virginia), 05 (Wisconsin), 07 (Tennessee), 12 (Wyoming/Montana), and 19 (Alaska). Virginia: https://jobs.battelle.org/us/en/job/72131/NEON-Field-Technician Wisconsin: https://jobs.battelle.org/us/en/job/72135/NEON-Field-Technician Tennessee: https://jobs.battelle.org/us/en/job/73114/NEON-Field-Technician Wyoming: https://jobs.battelle.org/us/en/job/73131/NEON-Field-Technician-Temporary-Domain-12 Alaska: https://jobs.battelle.org/us/en/job/72151/NEON-Field-Technician Posted: 6/29/23.

National Ecological Observatory Network: Gain field ecology experience in the Mid-Atlantic! NEON is hiring seasonal field technicians in Domain 02, headquartered in Front Royal, VA. The eastern seaboard of the U.S. has undergone massive changes and development over the last 250 years. Data from the NEON field sites in Maryland and Virginia provide a window into how land use patterns, invasive species and climate change are impacting eastern habitats and ecosystems. Be a part of this data collection effort today! Virginia TFT openings | Lead TFT opening. Posted: 6/29/23.

North Carolina Botanical Garden: hiring 2 Plant Conservation Technicians to assist with seed collections, plant materials development and rare plant research. The positions offer a great opportunity to develop botanical and plant ecology skills and knowledge. The full posting and how to apply are here: https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/274705. Deadline: 3/16/2024. Posted: 2/27/24.

Student Conservation Association: 12 month SCA/NPS Data Management Internship Selected students will work with National Park Service staff to evaluate and convert baseline biological inventory data into open and reusable data packages for the NPS Inventory & Monitoring Division. The position is in Fort Collins, Colorado and pays ~$46k over 12 months with optional health insurance and is AmeriCorp eligible for a $6895 education award. Expected start date is November 13, 2023. Full details. Posted: 8/30/23.

Tennessee Division of Forestry: hiring three crew members for the HWA Strike Team! Travel and work in some of the most beautiful and rugged areas this winter along the Cumberland Plateau and East Tennessee treating hemlock trees. - Full-time, seasonal position October – May - Forestry/Conservation experience preferred; training provided on job. - State crew vehicle and gear provided. - Work is in all weather conditions, rough terrain, and is physically intensive. Compensation: $19.69/hour, no benefits. Travel expenses with per diem are covered most weeks. Crew members will meet in Rockwood, TN on Monday mornings and travel to work locations. Housing during the week is provided. Work week is around 40 hours per week, four, ten-hour days. Most days the crew clocks between 3-8 miles of hiking off trail in difficult terrain. Season starts October 2nd and runs until May 31st. Accepting resumes until August 11th. Please send a cover letter describing interest and applicable experience, and a resume/CV to katie.biggert@tn.gov. Posted: 7/27/23.

USGS/Oregon: Seasonal Biological Science (Field) Technician Positions. GG-404-5/6/7 Field Technicians, Salary: $20.40 – $25.27 per hour. Duration: March 25, 2024 through approx. September 21, 2024 Temporary - Fulltime, with possible periods of PT or Intermittent work. Duty station: Corvallis, OR. See each job posting for detailed Job Descriptions and Qualifications for each position. Candidate will conduct field surveys dealing with the population biology and survival of amphibians and reptiles. Including visual encounter, mark/recapture, habitat quantification. Overnight trips away from the duty station, 4-25 days in duration, may be in remote areas, may include multi-day backcountry backpacking trips. Responsible for data entry and error-checking; gear and equipment maintenance. Candidate must be 21 years of age or older, possess a valid driver’s license. Candidate will have amphibian or reptile field survey experience. PRIMITIVE CAMPING AND BACKCOUNTRY BACKPACKING EXPERIENCE IS HIGHLY DESIRED. This position requires significant physical exertion and a high degree of safety awareness at remote field sites. Wading through streams and ponds and working under highly variable weather conditions for long hours. Exposure to stinging and biting invertebrates is common and should be expected. For details and to apply, use the advanced search at http://www.emp.state.or.us/jobs/ to find these vacancies: CRG-24-001, Posting # 3913457, CRG-24-002, Posting # 3913464, CRG-24-003, Posting # 3913468. Make sure to indicate in your application the Job #. For application questions please contact: Michelle Schatz – USGS FRESC HQ – Ph. (541)750-1040 OR Email: gs_nw_fresc_jobs@usgs.gov. Deadline extended to 2/9/2024. Posted: 1/10/24, revised: 1/30/24.

USGS Upper Midwest Water Science Center: Field Assistants for Water Resources Projects. The U.S. Geological Survey’s Upper Midwest Water Science Center is hiring up to 7 field assistants (hourly salary range $12.34 to $25.48 depending on qualifications) with positions in Minnesota (Mounds View and Grand Rapids), Michigan (Grayling and Lansing), and Wisconsin (Green Bay, Madison, Milwaukee and Rhinelander). The field assistants will be responsible for supporting field data collection for multiple water resource projects such as water quality monitoring of streams. Applications will be accepted through January 31, 2024. More details. Posted: 1/10/24.

University of Alaska Fairbanks: The Bonanza Creek Long-Term Ecological Research Program is recruiting a seasonal technician (~Apr-Oct) to assist with long-term data collection in the boreal forest. We're looking for someone with a good grasp of boreal tree species (or previous experience with plant identification), a high level of physical fitness for navigating rugged terrain, and a positive attitude even during long days in various weather conditions. Camping in the backcountry is part of the gig, so experience in that area is a plus. We need someone who can follow instructions, work both independently and as part of a team, and take responsibility for collecting top-notch data. The technician will also lead deployment and maintenance of a telemetered network of instream sensors measuring stream chemistry. This requires previous experience or commitment to learning how to calibrate and maintain instream sensors, operate telemetry equipment and dataloggers, and use existing computer code. Before joining our team, candidates are required to provide proof of a valid driver's license. We're looking for individuals with either educational qualifications or practical field experience in ecology, biology, or natural resources. This position is on the UA Fairbanks campus in LTER Bonanza Creek. Work will be on-site and field. This is a Temporary full-time position. New hires will be placed on the FY24 Temporary Staff Salary, Grade 75, based on education and experience. Contact Dr. Tamara Harms (tharms@ucr.edu) with a brief description of your interests and experience, availability, and CV by Mar 5. Posted: 2/27/24.

University of California Davis: We are seeking one seasonal field technician from mid-October to the end of December to assist in wetland field research. The successful applicant will join an interdisciplinary research project assessing combined impacts of fish and native waterfowl on rice production, ecosystem services, and greenhouse gas emissions in California's Central Valley. The technician will work closely with graduate student Emily Mensch and undergraduates in the field. They will also regularly interact with Profs. Andrew Rypel, Daniel Karp, and John Eadie in the Department of Wildlife, Fish, and Conservation Biology as well as Prof. Will Horwath in the Department of Land, Air, and Water Resources at UC Davis. In California, rice farmers flood their fields in winter, providing support for migratory water birds and other wildlife. However, rising water prices and greenhouse-gas emissions from flooded fields (methane and nitrous oxide) are driving farmers to explore alternatives to winter flooding and the practice is in decline. This project aims to assess whether introducing fish onto rice farms could serve as a beneficial strategy to encourage winter flooding. Through a large-scale experiment, we seek to: 1) quantify biological interactions between waterbirds and fish, 2) measure the effects of waterbirds and fish on rice yields, soil nutrient cycling, weeds, and straw decomposition, and 3) investigates impacts of birds and fish on greenhouse gas emissions. The primary duties of the field technician will include field site preparation, PIT tagging fish, field collection of pelagic and benthic invertebrates, data entry, and other related tasks as assigned. Field training will be provided to help the technician become familiar with established protocols and methodologies. A field vehicle will be provided. Minimum Qualifications: 1. Previous experience conducting field research 2. Be able to tolerate working in inclement weather and wading in muddy wetland conditions. 3. Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision. 4. Ability to follow standardized protocols and carefully record and enter data. 5. University vehicle will be provided to drive between work locations. Driver's license and clean driving record required. 6. Professional, clear communication skills to coordinate with supervisor and landowners. Preferred Qualifications: 1. Prior experience with fish field methods (e.g., PIT tagging). 2. Prior experience with aquatic invertebrate sampling methods. Duration: 12 weeks from mid-October 2023 through the end of December. Wage: ~$21.47-$23.17 per hour depending on experience. This is a full-time (40 hours per week), limited-term appointment through the University of California, Davis. Housing will not be provided, and the successful applicant will be expected to relocate to the study region for the duration of the appointment. Follow up study: This opportunity will be available again in October 2024 to January 2025 and, given a successful field season, the same field technician would be given priority for the technician position for the second year of data collection. To apply: Email a single document (PDF preferred) including (1) a cover letter describing previous field research experience and interest in this position, (2) a resume or CV, and (3) contact information for three references to Emily Mensch (emensch@ucdavis.edu). Include "Aquatic Agroecology Field Technician" in the subject line. Posted: 7/28/23.

University of Minnesota: The Plant Ecology lab in the department of Forest Resources is seeking independent and mature undergraduate or newly graduated students with a background or interest in biology, ecology, environmental science, forestry, or a related field for paid field research internships. Successful candidates will work at the B4WARMED (Boreal Forest Warming at an Ecotone in Danger) research experiment that warms plants and soil with summer rainfall removal in the field to examine tree seedlings response to warming and water limitation with respect to physiology, phenology, growth, and survival. Openings start immediately. Start dates are flexible and up for negotiation. On average, an internship lasts about 4+ months. Typical workdays are eight hours Monday through Friday; however, some tasks require early morning, evening, or weekend work (+40h/week). A valid driver's license is required. Successful hires will work through a variety of tasks with a primary focus on tree biometric, ecophysiological and ecological measurements and data collections in the field with occasional site maintenance, laboratory work, and treatment implementation. The intern will work in an individual and team setting. Consequently, a maturity to work autonomously often with long hours is required. Desired qualifications: 1) Eagerness to work hard in an outdoor setting, 2) Capacity to collect data following established protocols, 3) Familiarity with plant and tree species of northern Minnesota, 4) Willingness to work well and play well with others and live in a remote area with others and/or alone, 5) Curiosity and passion for the natural world, 6) Flexibility to adapt to a frequently changing schedule, 7) Demonstrated ability to work under changing weather conditions with large swarms of insects. Fieldwork will be split between research sites at the Cloquet Forestry Center in Cloquet, MN, and the Hubachek Wilderness Research Center near Ely, MN. An individual's home base will be at either of these locations, though travel between sites will be required depending on project needs. University vehicles are used for such travel. On-site fully furnished housing and kitchens are available. To apply please send a cover letter (including available working dates), a one-page resume, and contact information for two references electronically to Rai Bermudez via bermu019@umn.edu Posted: 7/27/23.

University of Vermont: The Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources is seeking research assistants to assist with seedling planting projects to examine associated adaptive forest management strategies in northern hardwood and mixedwood forests across Vermont and New Hampshire. Research assistants would work with multidisciplinary teams of graduate students and scientists from the University of Vermont, U.S. Forest Service Northern Research Station, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, The Nature Conservancy, Vermont Land Trust, Vermont Forest Parks and Recreation, and The Northern Institute of Applied Climate Science. Applicants should have a background in forestry, natural resources, environmental science, ecology or biology. Experience with tree planting strongly desired. A working knowledge of tree identification and common forest measurements is strongly desired. Applicants must be willing and able to work efficiently in remote forested settings as part of a research team. Applicants must also be able to hike through varied terrain to reach study areas and be willing to work long hours outdoors. Applicants must have a valid driver's license. Work will involve extensive fieldwork, including the planting and measuring of tree seedlings in remote locations. The position begins mid-April 2024 and ends mid-October 2024. Travel expenses associated with overnight fieldwork (lodging, transportation) will be provided. Some overnight camping required. Transportation to field sites is provided. Valid driver's license required. Starting hourly wage is $17 and may vary depending on work experience. Interested candidates should e-mail a cover letter describing their background, qualifications and interests along with a résumé and one reference with subject line "Seedling Crew – Your Name" to Grace Smith(grace.smith@uvm.edu). Applications reviewed on a rolling basis. Posted: 3/19/24.

[Position closed] University of Washington: The Biology research group led by Professor Lauren Buckley is recruiting a research technician for a project funded by the National Science Foundation Organismal Responses to Climate Change Program Project to explore ecological and evolutionary responses to climate change through historical butterfly research. Collaborators include Adam Steinbrenner from UW, Gwen Shlichta from Edmonds College, and Joel Kingsolver from the University of North Carolina. The research involves laboratory and field research in Seattle, WA, and field research in central (Corfu) Washington. Research activities include lab rearing, maintenance, and thermal physiological assessments of butterfly caterpillars; growing host plants; maintaining and trait assessments of adult butterflies; caterpillar natural selection experiments in an experimental garden; mark-release-recapture experiments of adult butterflies; photographing and analyzing adult wing traits potentially with developing automation approaches; potential to assist with genetic assessments or with model development; participation in data analysis, scientific literature searching and synthesizing, scientific editing and writing, and scientific communication. The successful applicant should have a bachelor’s degree in biology or a related field, field and lab research experience, a driver’s license, and proficiency in data analysis. The position is temporary for approximately six months, starting around April 2024, with the potential for extension. The workload is 30-40 hours per week; the salary range is $3477-4093/month. Applicants can send a cover letter and resume/CV to Research Technician Taylor Hatcher by March 1 for initial consideration. More info here: https://huckleylab.github.io/opportunities. Posted: 2/20/24, revised: 3/13/24.

University of Wyoming: The Furniss-Germain lab is seeking 3-4 field crew members to support field-based forest research in Grand Teton National Park, WY. The crew will work closely with graduate students to survey, map, and measure trees, establishing permanent monitoring sites in the park. Applicants will gain experience with forest mensuration, plant identification, and land survey techniques. Time period: June 1-August 20. Opportunities for advancement for interested candidates Housing: group camping in Grand Teton NP Hours: 40 hrs/week (4 days on, 3 days off) Wage: starting at $15/hr. Required Qualifications: (1) Professional or academic experience in Forestry, Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology, or a related field; (2) experience camping and hiking in mountainous terrain. Preferred Qualifications: (1) BS/BA degree in Forestry, Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology, or a related field; (2) prior field work experience collecting research-grade data; (3) excellent communication and interpersonal skills. To Apply: email the following information in a single PDF file to sgermain@uwyo.edu: (1) a cover letter describing your experience and interest in the position; (2) full CV; and (3) email and phone numbers for three professional references. Deadline is March 1, 2024. Posted: 2/20/24.

University of Wyoming: Wyoming Mule Deer Field Technician - October 05, 2023 to December 08, 2023. The Sublette mule deer herd of Wyoming contains the longest terrestrial migration in the lower-48. While some deer migrate the astounding 150 miles (long-distance) to have fawns in the montane forests, others in the herd migrate <70 miles (medium-distance) and <30 miles (short-distance). As part of a decade-long study, we are investigating the processes that sustain phenotypic diversity among and within individuals, and how this diversity benefits migratory herds of ungulates in the long-term. We are seeking a technician to lead Fall Fawn Recruitment Surveys and mortality investigations on a migratory mule deer herd in southwest Wyoming. The Red Desert is one of the most intact, non-wilderness areas in the US and is world-known for its landscapes and geology. The Red Desert also contains some of the largest trophy ungulates, such as mule deer, Rocky Mountain elk, and pronghorn, as well as rare species like sage grouse and horned toads. Field tasks will include: (1) navigating remote 4x4 roads, (2) triangulating collared animals with ground telemetry, (3) field observations to record group composition and the number of fawns at the heel of collared does, and finally (4) cause-specific mortality investigations and sample collection. Other tasks will include: (1) bi-weekly data entry, (2) vehicle problems reporting and lodging cleanliness, and (3) nightly check-in with main supervisor. Housing and field vehicles will be provided for the duration of the work. Successful applicants should have experience with at least some of the following: (1) ground telemetry, (2) operating half ton trucks in rugged conditions and/or off-road, (3) basic vehicle maintenance, and (4) backcountry navigation with gps/smartphone app. Applicants with an ability to identify deer age- and sex-classes or those with recreational hunting experience are encouraged to apply. Salary: Depending on experience, starting at $13/hr to $17/hr. Technicians will have ample opportunities to network with researchers and wildlife managers from around Wyoming during and after the employment. Apply: Please send an email by August 28, 2023 with a single page cover letter describing your experiences and interest in the position, professional CV and TWO references (with contact information) to Luke Wilde, lwilde2@uwyo.edu (see these resources for your CV). Posted: 7/31/23.

West Virginia University: A research assistant position is available in the Quantitative Forest Management lab of Dr. Steve Chhin in the Division of Forestry and Natural Resources. The general objective of the project associated with this position is to examine post-fire restoration of different forest types in the Sierra Nevada region of California. The project will involve determining the effect of different levels of mechanical thinning and canopy cover on post-fire resilience of ponderosa pine plantations, mixed conifer forests, and black oak forests. Tree-ring analyses will be conducted to examine productivity rates and resilience to climate stress. Fire impacts will also be examined by looking at post-fire mortality rates. The research assistant will primarily be responsible for conducting the laboratory components of the project such as processing increment core samples; assist with analysis of forest inventory data; conduct literature reviews; and assist with report writing. Qualifications: Applicants should preferably have completed a Master’s degree, but those with a Bachelor’s degree and experience with research will also be considered. A completed degree in forestry, biology, ecology, environmental sciences, or a similarly related natural resource field is acceptable. Preference will be given to applicants that are highly self-motivated, possess a strong work ethic, and have strong oral and written communication skills. A background in conducting field based research and working in a laboratory environment is desirable. Experience with statistical programs and GIS will be considered an asset. A cumulative GPA greater than 3.0 in undergraduate and graduate coursework is preferred. The start date for this position is September 2023. The term of the position will initially be for 9 months with no benefits. Application materials: Please submit: 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) unofficial transcripts, and 4) contact information of three references. Please describe your career goals in the cover letter. Applications will be considered immediately and continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, please e-mail your application material to Dr. Steve Chhin (steve.chhin@mail.wvu.edu) by August 4, 2023. Posted: 7/14/23, revised: 7/27/23.