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University of Idaho Research Specialist, Pitkin Forest Nursery in Moscow, Idaho
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rrUniversity of Idaho
rrResearch Specialist, Pitkin Forest Nursery
rrLocation: Moscow
rrDivision/College: College of Natural Resources
rrEmployee Category: Classified
rrPay Range: Commensurate with experience
rrFTE: 1.0
rrFull/Part Time: Full Time
rrPosition Summary:
rPerforms research activities and analysis, recording observations and measurements, and reports results. Participates in analyzing and preparing results for publication. Works under general supervision.
Duties may include:
- Prepare standard solutions for calibration and analyses
- Interpret test results and comparing with determined standards and limits
- Collect laboratory or field data
- Conduct research and analysis of scientific data
- Participate in research design discussions
- Perform literature reviews
- Prepare reports
- Compare data and historical records for trend verification
- Develop reference files, comparison charts, and graphs on research data
- Assist with site inspections and field oversight
- Have little or no supervisory responsibilities
- Other duties as assigned
rrMinimum Qualifications:
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- Bachelor\'s degree in Forestry, Natural Resources, Horticulture, or related field
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rrPreferred Qualifications:
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- Two years of experience growing reforestation seedlings in a production-oriented nursery operation
- Experience operating and maintaining nursery equipment
- Experience communicating effectively with the general public and natural resource professionals
- Experience supervising employees
- Master\'s Degree in Natural Resources, Horticulture or related field
- Experience making recommendations and selling seedlings to customers
- Experience with container seedling production
- Experience in natural resources and/or horticulture research
- Experience operating a forklift and/or tractor
- Knowledge of ecology and biology of Inland Northwest plants
rrPhysical Requirements & Working Conditions:
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- Ability to lift, carry, and/or otherwise move 50 pounds
- Ability to work under temperature extremes
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rRequired Licensures, Certifications or other
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rPosting Number: SP004640P
rrPosting Date: 10/28/2024
rrClosing Date:
rrOpen Until Filled: Yes
rrSpecial Instructions:
rThis position is open until filled. Priority will be given to applicants who have submitted their materials by November 11, 2024.
rrBackground Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
rrTo apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu
rrEEO Statement
rUniversity of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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