Deadline: Sat, 04/09/2022 - 12:00pm Employer: Department of Forestry Mississippi State University Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Full Time Location: Mississippi Location Detail: Starkville Job Description: Position: Research Technician, Department of Forestry, Forest and Wildlife Research Center, Mississippi State University Position Function: To lead a field crew to install, measure, monitor and collect and analyze samples from forest planted under the USDA CRP program in the southeastern United States. The Department of Forestry: The Department of Forestry is one of three departments in the College of Forest Resources and the Mississippi State University’s Forest and Wildlife Research Center. Departmental activities include undergraduate and graduate on-campus and Distance Education instruction, research, and extension programs in forestry and natural resources. The Department has excellent facilities in Thompson Hall on the campus of Mississippi State University. The MSU John W. Starr Memorial Forest, an 8,244-acre teaching and research forest, and the Sam D. Hamilton Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge and Tombigbee National Forest are near the University and used for teaching and research activities. Mississippi State University is a Carnegie High Research Activity institution and a land-grant university which includes the Mississippi State University Extension Service. The University is located in Starkville, Mississippi a beautiful college town in northeast Mississippi (www.msstate.edu/web/about). Responsibilities: The primary position responsibilities are to lead a team of field technicians in measuring forest vegetation, collecting soil and biomass samples, processing and analyzing samples in the laboratory, and recording data with proper documentation. The successful candidate may supervise employees but supervision it not the main focus of the job. 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 to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. Not all the duties may be assigned to a position. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or related field. • One year experience related to essential duties and responsibilities listed above. • Must have a valid driver’s license. Substitutions: An equivalent combination of related education and related experience may be considered for this position. 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 proficiency with MS Office. • Good organizational skills. • Ability to pay attention to detail. • Ability to make reasonable decisions in the absence of directions. Miscellaneous: 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, chemicals, etc., with one often to the point of being objectionable. Injuries may require professional treatment. How to Apply: Anticipated Start Date: March 1, 2022 Application Procedure: Screening of applicants will begin October 18, 2021. Applications must be made through the Mississippi State University Employment opportunities website via the link https://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/en-us/job/503264/research-technician (PARF Number 503264). Please supply resume, cover letter and three references with all contact information. Applicants also need to send resume and cover letter to Dr. Austin Himes at ah3798@msstate.edu. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, disability status, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population and constituents. What do I do if I need an accommodation? In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at telephone: (662) 325-3713 or ada@hrm.msstate.edu. 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