Job title: Biological Science Aide Employer: USDA-ARS Series/Grade: GS-0404-03/04 Start Date: January 2017 Position Length: 6-9 months Location: Eastern Oregon Agricultural Research Center Number of Positions: One Duties: Aide will work with Ecologists and Range Technicians. Fieldwork is based in ecological studies with emphasis on revegetation of sagebrush steppe plant communities. Topics of study include: determining attributes of high quality seed, identifying safe sites for seedling establishment and reducing early herbivory of seedlings. Responsibilities are to assist in the collection of field and laboratory data. Field work takes up about 50% of the position responsibilities. Laboratory work consists of biomass separation and weighing, insect identification, seed quality assessment, data entry and photographic analysis.
Requirements: Undergraduate studies in range, soils, wildlife, or other natural resource fields preferred; those with related experience or education will be considered. Must be able to lift objects that weigh up to 50 pounds and kneel/squat for extended periods of time for sample collection. Must have a valid state motor vehicle operator's license and be able to operate motor vehicles. Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions. Must be able to hike over rugged and steep terrain. Must to be at least 16 years of age. Must be a citizen of the United States of America. To Apply: Send an email with “Biological Science Aide” in the title to [email protected] by NOV 15, 2016. Email should include: cover letter, resume, and college transcripts. List any pertinent classes in rangeland science, botany, soils, wildlife, natural resources, etc. For more information see posting on EOARC job board: http://oregonstate.edu/dept/eoarc/osu-job-announcements USDA-ARS is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
