Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor\'s degree in (specific area of biological science) and two years of experience related to the area of assignment at a Biological Science Research Technician 2 level. Three additional years of experience related to the area of assignment at the Biological Science Research Technician 2 level may be substituted for the Bachelor\'s degree. Additional Required Qualifications A bachelor\'s degree in biology, ecology, botany, soil sciences, environmental science or rangeland sciences and two years of experience related to the area of assignment at a Biological Science Research Technician 2 level. Three additional years of experience related to the area of assignment at the Biological Science Research Technician 2 level may be substituted for the bachelor\'s degree. Additional: Botany, ecology, or range science classes and a BA/BS degree in the biological sciences. At least 4 months (1 field season) of experience collecting vegetation data in the field. Knowledge of Oregon flora and geography desired, with the ability to learn is essential. Demonstrable ability to promote diversity, equity and inclusion in a team environment Position Duties 55% \' Collect BLM Terrestrial Assessment, Inventory and Monitoring (AIM) program soils and vegetation data using AIM protocols in the field. 15% \' Work with INR Data Management Staff to ensure the AIM data gets needed QA-QC and is incorporated into needed databases and provided to the BLM. 10% \' Lead two crews through sampling tasks and issues that arise during fieldwork each day and each hitch. Help train workers with less experience in methodology and plant identification. 10% \' Drive throughout field area and navigate with maps and GPS to unique or typical habitats or preselected points. 10% \' Hike to off-road sites, identify plants and plant communities. Full Consideration Date 01/12/2025 See posting for complete list of duties and qualifications. OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.