University of Washington · 3 weeks ago
Temporary Rare Care Field Technician I (Part-Time)
Greater Seattle Area
Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$21.23/hr - $23.31/hr
2+ years expThe University of Washington is seeking a Rare Care Field Technician I to assist with fieldwork for seed collecting, ecological studies, and vegetation monitoring. The role involves working independently and in small teams in various ecosystems across Washington State, collecting data and seeds for conservation efforts.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Collect seeds of rare native plant populations for ex situ seed banking
Map and record populations with handheld GPS units
Prepare seed collecting reports and Arc GIS maps to document collections
Process seeds for long term storage
Monitor vegetation (species cover and composition data, plant morphology measurements) and estimate plant and canopy cover
Identify plants to species using botanical dichotomous keys
Assist with day-to-day field logistics and maintain field equipment
Perform field data collection, data entry, and QA/QC
Qualification
Required
Undergraduate coursework in botany, biology, environmental science or a related field
Ability to work and travel outdoors in variable weather including extreme heat, heavy rain and hazardous wildlife (i.e. rattlesnakes, scorpions) while maintaining a positive to neutral attitude
Capable of standing and walking (up to 8 miles/day on rough, uneven terrain), bending, crouching and stooping for long periods of time
Lifting/carrying items that weigh up to 30 pounds
Current or ability to obtain CPR and First Aid training
Self-motivated and able to serve independently with limited supervision after the initial training period
Able to work cooperatively with others and strong communication skills
Valid driver's license
Two years college credits with major study in engineering or science, OR two years work experience equivalent to that performed by a research aide. Equivalent education/experience
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in botany, biology, environmental science or a related field or equivalent experience
Experience with standard vegetation sampling techniques and familiarity with basic field sampling equipment
Experience with working and traveling in remote areas
Familiarity with the flora and ecosystems of Washington State and use of dichotomous keys
The applicant should be able to maneuver and operate in a mixture of office and fieldwork
Benefits
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/
Company
University of Washington
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$205.35MKey Investors
Avista foundationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesAdvanced Research Projects Agency for Health
2025-04-21Grant· $0.01M
2024-09-13Grant
2024-08-13Grant· $21.1M
Leadership Team
Andrew S Allen
Adjunct Professor
Arthur Denny
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