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Michigan State University

Research Technologist I

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What they do

A Forester manages large tracts of tree covered land, or manages trees in an urban setting. Directs tree harvests and plantings, develops plans for regenerating or protecting forest land, educates teachers and students about forest conservation. May inventory and appraise timber for sale by forest owners.

$63,429 / year median in Michigan

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

Escanaba, Michigan, United States, 49829 Anr Research And Extension Centers Mabr 10057513
Area of Interest:
Agriculture Full Time/Part Time:
Full Time (90-100%)
Group:
Clerical Technical
  • CT Support Staff Opening on: Jul 22 2026 Closing at: Jul 28 2026
  • 23:55 EDT 08 Salary Commensurate with Experience Msu Agbioresearch 1147974 Position Summary To assist in the conduct of forestry research and forest management by performing routine cultural operations, collecting data, operating and maintaining forestry lands and facilities for the Forestry Innovation Center located in Escanaba, MI.
Position has an end-date of 12/31/2028.
Duties include:
25%
  • Storm damage cleanup and repair, monitor and measure research plots during recovery. Measurements will include (but are not limited to), residual tree survival and growth, germination and growth of tree seedlings, percent cover of understory herbaceous layer, planting and maintaining trees in research plots in storm damaged areas, etc. 25%
  • Maintaining station infrastructure across 3 facilities (FIC, Dunbar, Wells) to enhance access to all parts of the ~8500 research forest and established sampling plots. Examples included but are not limited to trail mowing, downed tree removal, timber sale monitoring, minor facility repairs, answering questions from the public. Overnight travel may be needed as times. 25%
  • Maple and Christmas tree plantation layout, care, production aspects as well as sample collection and analysis, database entry, and answering operational and research project questions during public events. 25%
  • All other duties as assigned by the station director to accommodate changes to current research projects and any new projects.
Minimum Requirements Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in forestry; up to six months of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in basic research techniques in forestry; or an equivalent combination of applicable work experience and training, experience in both heavy equipment and farm equipment operation, basic tree ID, basic mapping skills, grounds management, basic infrastructure repair. Desired Qualifications Technical degree in forestry or related field, 2 year or 4 year forestry degree. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Application Materials Resume, 3 references with contact information, applicable qualifications/licenses Special Instructions Resume, 3 references with contact information, applicable qualifications/licenses Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Description of End Date This is a limited term position until 12/31/2028 with possible extension contingent upon funding renewal. Summary of Physical Demands Lifting 50lbs, walking in uneven conditions, ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, climb into and out of equipment, operate equipment, ability to obtain farm CDL, ability to stand for long periods.