What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Full-Time Seasonal Forest Research Field Technician position at Alabama A&M University?
Description
Summary:
Work with a team to install, measure, monitor, collect and analyze samples from forests planted under the USDA CRP program in southeastern United States. Temporary field position.
Examples of Duties
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The primary position responsibilities are measuring forest vegetation, collecting soil and biomass samples, processing and analyzing samples in the laboratory, and recording data with proper documentation. The position will be supervised in the field by the project's Lead Research Technician.
The above essential duties are representative of major duties in this position. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned in addition to those above, consistent with the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. Not all the duties may be assigned to a position.
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.):
- Education: High School Diploma
- Experience: Relevant experience related to the essential duties and responsibilities.
- Must have a valid US driver's license.
Substitutions: An equivalent combination of related education and related experience may be considered for this position.
Supplemental Information
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to drive long distances and spend long days in the field.
- Ability to work with others.
- Ability to walk long distances and carry 30 pounds of gear.
- Knowledge of and use of MS Office.
- Good organizational skills.
- Ability to pay attention to detail.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort:
- Regularly involves lifting bending or other physical exertion. Often exposed to one or more elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, etc., with one often to the point of being objectionable.
