Summer Field Tech Position in Indiana: Chestnut Oak Decline

We are hiring one technician to assist in collecting field data at sites within the Hoosier National Forest in southern Indiana as part of a collaborative study between Purdue University and the USDA Forest Service.  The technician will work alongside a graduate student who is studying the decline and mortality of chestnut oak (Quercus prinus) in hardwood forests. Basic knowledge of proper field techniques and backcountry safety are required.  Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license.

Duration:
 May to August 2021

Hours:
40 hours per week, typically 10-hour days Mon-Thurs

Compensation: 
$12 per hour. Housing is provided in or near Bloomington, IN.

Experience and Skills:
Must have coursework in forestry, natural resources, biology, botany, or a similar field, preferably including dendrology and/or forest ecology. The ability to identify woody plants of southern Indiana is strongly desired. We also desire basic knowledge of forest measurement practices, experience with backcountry navigation using a topographic map and compass, and familiarity with standard field equipment including GPS.

To apply:
Please email a cover letter describing your qualifications, resume (including contact information for two references) and unofficial transcripts to: cdow@purdue.edu.  We will begin reviewing applications on March 8, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled.

Contact: 
Please contact Cameron Dow or Mike Jenkins (jenkinma@purdue.edu) if you have any questions about the position.