Agency Utah State University Location East Bethel, MN
Job Category Temporary/Seasonal Positions Salary $9.00 per hour starting wage Start Date 6/15/2017 Last Date to Apply 07/15/2017 Website https://qcnr.usu.edu/directory/kulmatiski_andrew Description Employee tasks will include weeding and watering of a large plant-soil feedback experiment at Cedar Creek Ecosystem Science Reserve (Minnesota), taking percent cover surveys, measuring NDVI in selected plots, and sorting/weighing peak plant biomass. There may be opportunities for learning stable isotope techniques to determine plant rooting depth, or for learning soil genetics techniques to determine soil microbial community composition. Employees will have the opportunity to implement an independent project on an ecology-related topic. Work hours will be up to 30 per week, but may be less; we are looking for applicants with flexible schedules willing to accept variable hour work. On-site housing can be provided, please contact for more information. Qualifications Required Qualifications: A valid high school diploma or GED certificate and a valid driver's license. Desired Qualifications: Flexibility in work hours/work dates Ability to work independently and to communicate well with other workers. Interest in plant-soil feedbacks or plant ecology. How to Apply: To apply, please submit resume to Leslie Forero ([email protected]). Contact Person Leslie Forero Contact eMail [email protected]
