Forest and Fire Ecology Research Technician

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Agency

University of Montana Wilderness Institute

Location

Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness and Yosemite National Park

Job Category

Temporary/Seasonal Positions

Salary

Pay: $13.50–$15.50 per hour based on experience.

Start Date

05/15/2022

Last Date to Apply

01/05/2022

Website

https://www.cfc.umt.edu/wi/

Description

The University of Montana Wilderness Institute is hiring research technicians to assist a team of researchers and graduate students with fieldwork exploring the effect of climate on forest development following wildfire. Research will take place in an old-growth forest plot in Yosemite National Park (yfdp.org) and at numerous locations across the 1.3-million-acre Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness. Data collection includes measurements of forest structure, tree demography, fuels, causes of tree mortality, mapping woody debris and tree locations, coring trees, and tree seedling surveys. This work is remote and will require front-country camping and multi-week wilderness backpacking trips. Work will include significant off-trail travel through complex terrain, while carrying heavy packs as well as delicate and expensive equipment. Duration: Mid-May through mid-August 2022. The work schedule is four 10-hour days per week, with flexible sequencing and scheduling to accommodate travel to and work in remote locations.

Qualifications

Required qualifications: Experience collecting vegetation data, working safely in challenging environments, and following complex protocols. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to solve problems, both independently and in teams. Comfort with outdoor living in remote settings with no cell phone or internet service for extended periods of time is essential. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and Wilderness First Aid certification (or higher) valid for the season. Desired qualifications: Knowledge of flora, tree pathogens, and forest insects in western conifer forests. Experience with forest measurement tools, especially off-trail navigation using map and compass. Apply: Send a single PDF file containing: 1) a cover letter detailing your qualifications and why you would like to join our team, and which must include a statement of your availability and any planned mid-summer absences; 2) CV/resume; 3) unofficial transcripts, and 4) e-mail address and phone number for three references to [email protected]. Applications received by December 15, 2021 will receive highest consideration.

Contact Person

Mark Kreider

Contact eMail

[email protected]

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