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Battelle · 1 month ago

NEON Seasonal Field Technician - AK

Fairbanks, AK

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$20.27/hr - $20.78/hr

0+ years exp

Battelle is a leading organization in research and development, managing national laboratories and delivering critical services. They are currently seeking a Seasonal Field Technician to perform ecological data collection and monitoring at various challenging field sites in Fairbanks, AK, during the summer months.

Biotechnology

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform field and lab assignments in a variety of conditions (e.g., weather, terrain, diverse assigned biomes, etc.)

Follow established, standardized field procedures for sample collection; record data from sample collection in handheld tablets, computers, etc.; equipment preparation and maintenance, process and ship samples

Navigate to field sites and sampling locations

Report activities and completed work according to protocol

Follow safety policy and procedures

Report issues with implementation of procedures and coordinate resolution

Assist with routine administrative duties, special projects including Research Support Services collaborating with external Principal Investigators and other duties as assigned

Qualification

Ecological field samplingData collection protocolsProblem-solving skillsAttention to detailIndependenceJudgementResource conflict resolutionU.S. Driver’s LicenseCommunication skillsTeamwork

Required

High School diploma, OR equivalent

One (1) month experience in ecological field sampling or related experience (for example: forestry, environmental, agricultural, trail work, armed forces, plant nurseries) is preferred

Ability to learn and perform procedures and methods outside of the primary responsibilities

Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to organize and execute multiple activities and priorities

Ability to proactively identify and resolve resource conflicts

High level of attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Demonstrated optimism in adverse conditions and good judgement in identifying, mitigating, and avoiding hazards

Ability to identify good practices and areas for improvement in team performance

Valid U.S. Driver's License with acceptable driving record pertinent to the position

Ability to successfully pass background checks and pre-employment drug testing

Must be a U.S. Citizen