We are seeking to hire two seasonal research assistants for our new NSF funded project studying the ecological memory of forest disturbance. Initial Reviews Begin: January 25, 2023. Position Closes: February 1, 2023 and interviews are expected to begin in mid-February 2023 with offers expected to be made shortly thereafter. Here are some scenes from last field season that you can share with interested students: https://twitter.com/YellowBuckeye/status/1538496010003136512
To Apply:
Send a PDF bundled cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 relevant references to the following email hfapps@fas.harvard.edu with the Subject line: Field Technicians - Northeast Old Growth Forest Project
Compensation:
Salary for these 12-week, 40 hrs/week, temporary positions is $15.00/hour. In addition, the successful candidates will have access to funds to offset most of the cost of rent during these appointments in Harvard Forest housing. Note: there are no requirements to live on site. If that is the case, the successful candidate must be able to have their own transportation to commute each working day to the Harvard Forest from a nearby community. Additionally, funds are available to assist with relocation costs to and from the HF at the beginning and end of the position from the successful candidate’s current place of residence.
Eligibility:
College background in Botany, Ecology, Forestry, Biology, Geography, or Earth Sciences with experience sampling vegetation is preferred.Regretfully, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for staff positions.
Further details for the position can be found here: