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Research Specialist, Pitkin Forest Nursery
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Position Number: 5761926
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

University of Idaho

Research Specialist, Pitkin Forest Nursery

Location: Moscow

Division/College: College of Natural Resources

Employee Category: Classified

Pay Range: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.0

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Summary:
Performs research activities and analysis, recording observations and measurements, and reports results. Participates in analyzing and preparing results for publication. Works under general supervision.

Duties may include:

Prepare standard solutions for calibration and analyses
Interpret test results and comparing with determined standards and limits
Collect laboratory or field data
Conduct research and analysis of scientific data
Participate in research design discussions
Perform literature reviews
Prepare reports
Compare data and historical records for trend verification
Develop reference files, comparison charts, and graphs on research data
Assist with site inspections and field oversight
Have little or no supervisory responsibilities
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Forestry, Natural Resources, Horticulture, or related field

Following pre-established procedures or protocols
Collecting and reviewing scientific data
Keeping complete and accurate records
Working in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Two years of experience growing reforestation seedlings in a production-oriented nursery operation
Experience operating and maintaining nursery equipment
Experience communicating effectively with the general public and natural resource professionals
Experience supervising employees
Master's Degree in Natural Resources, Horticulture or related field
Experience making recommendations and selling seedlings to customers
Experience with container seedling production
Experience in natural resources and/or horticulture research
Experience operating a forklift and/or tractor
Knowledge of ecology and biology of Inland Northwest plants

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Ability to lift, carry, and/or otherwise move 50 pounds
Ability to work under temperature extremes

Ability to lift, carry, and/or otherwise move 50 pounds Ability to work under temperature extremes

Required Licensures, Certifications or other

Posting Number: SP004640P

Posting Date: 10/28/2024

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:
This position is open until filled. Priority will be given to applicants who have submitted their materials by November 11, 2024.

Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu

EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.