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　　Professional Aide

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　　Work type: Support Staff

　　Pay Grade:05

　　Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Natural Science

　　Department:Plant Biology Cns 10032114

　　Sub Area:AP- Professionals

　　Salary:Pay Commensurate with Experience

　　Location: Out of State

　　Categories: Temporary

　　Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

　　This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

　　Unit Position Summary

　　We seek to fill two field technician positions for studies about how the restoration and management of longleaf pine woodlands in the Southeastern United States impacts ground layer plant communities. Longleaf pine woodlands are among the most biodiverse ecosystems outside of the tropics but are now imperiled due to fire suppression and conversion to various human land uses. Restoration efforts are widespread, but outcomes can be highly variable. The goal of this research project is to develop and test predictive models of longleaf pine woodland restoration methods and outcomes, to guide restoration practice, with a focus on ground layer plant communities. Primary technician job duties will include field-based botanical surveys, collection of soils and other environmental field data, data entry and management, and maintenance of experimental field plot infrastructure.

　　Positions will begin between March and May 2024, with some flexibility, and will last for 9 months. Pay rate will be $15 per hour. The technicians will work at the Savannah River Site, live in a town near the site (Aiken or New Ellenton, SC, or Augusta, GA), and will join a team led by Lars Brudvig at Michigan State University. Housing is not provided, but low-cost options are available. Successful candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in ecology, natural resource management, forestry, biology, or a related discipline. Previous field research experience is required and botanical field experience is highly desired. The successful applicant must be able to endure hot, humid conditions, full days in the field, and strenuous work including lifting of materials >25 lbs.

　　Desired Qualifications

　　A bachelor’s degree in ecology, natural resource management, forestry, biology, or a related discipline.

　　Previous field research experience.

　　Botanical field experience.

　　Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

　　All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

　　Required Application Materials

　　Resume or CV

　　One-page cover letter explaining interest in this position, past relevant experiences, dates of availability, and contact information (email addresses) for two professional references.

　　Special Instructions

　　The field research site is a highly secure area run by the federal government and non-United States citizens may have difficulty gaining clearance to work there.

　　Work Hours

　　STANDARD 8-5

　　Website

　　https://www.brudviglab.com/

　　Summary of Physical Demands

　　The successful applicant must be able to endure hot, humid conditions, full days in the field, and strenuous work including lifting of materials >25 lbs.

　　Advertised: Jan 5, 2024 Eastern Standard Time