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Battelle · 1 month ago

NEON Lead Seasonal Field Technician - ND

Jamestown, ND

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry, Mid Level

$18.12/hr - $18.57/hr

0+ years exp

Battelle is a research and development organization that operates the National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) to collect ecological data across the U.S. They are seeking a Lead Seasonal Field Technician to perform seasonal and periodic sampling of physical, chemical, and biological data at multiple field sites.

Biotechnology

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

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

Provide training to, and performance feedback on seasonal personnel

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

Perform Q/C checks on collected data

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 protocolsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsValid U.S. Driver’s LicenseTeamworkAttention to detail

Required

Minimum: High School Diploma OR equivalent

Three (3) or more months of ecological field sampling or related experience (for example: forestry, environmental, agricultural, trail work, related military experience, plant nurseries)

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

Preferred

Undergraduate upper-level coursework in ecology, forestry, environmental or related scientific field OR six (6) or more months of ecological field sampling or related experience (for example: forestry, environmental, agricultural, trail work, related military experience, plant nurseries)