Summer Field Crew (4 positions): Forest Dynamics Research in the Pacific Northwest
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The 4-person crew will work on a study of long-term dynamics in young, mature and old-growth forests in the mountains of western Oregon and western Washington. Duties include collecting data on cover and biomass of understory plant species, measuring trees, and assessing causes of tree mortality. Crew positions are best suited for upper-level undergraduates or graduates who are considering advanced study or professional work in ecology. QUALIFICATIONS 1. Familiarity with flora of the Pacific Northwest. 2. Experience using taxonomic keys to identify herbaceous and woody plant species. 3. Experience with vegetation sampling and forest inventory methods and tools. 4. Knowledge of tree mortality agents (diseases, insects, wind, etc.) is desirable. 5. Skilled in off-trail navigation (map reading, compass orienteering, GPS use). 6. Ability to work long hours in rugged terrain. 7. Capable of working and living cooperatively with others. 8. Organized, self-motivated, detail-oriented and responsible. LOGISTICS - The field crew will be based at H.J. Andrews Experimental Forest near Blue River, Oregon (http://andrewsforest.oregonstate.edu/). We will also travel to research sites in Washington. - Housing provided at HJ Andrews. Elsewhere camping will be necessary. - Work weeks usually consist of four, 10-hour days. - Job hazards include steep terrain, brushy understory vegetation, downed logs, biting insects, and occasional encounters with poison oak. DURATION: June 17 to August 29, and possibly 1-2 weeks beyond SALARY: $12 - $15 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: March 24, 2013 TO APPLY: Send the following via email to [email protected] - Cover letter describing your qualifications for this job and your dates of availability - Resume - A copy of your college transcripts - Names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of three references. For more information contact: Rob Pabst Department of Forest Ecosystems and Society 321 Richardson Hall, Oregon State University Corvallis, OR 97331 FAX: (541) 737-1393 [email protected]
