The National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) is now looking to fill several permanent
positions based in Jamestown, ND.
http://www.neoninc.org/jobs/FieldTechsD09
The National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) is a $430 million dollar
observatory project dedicated to understanding how changes in climate, land use and invasive
species impact ecology. For the next three decades NEON will collect a comprehensive range of
ecological data on a continental scale across 20 eco-climatic Domains representing US
ecosystems. NEON will use cutting edge technology including an airborne observation platform
that will capture images of regional landscapes and vegetation; mobile, relocatable, and fixed
data collection sites with automated ground sensors to monitor soil and atmosphere; and
trained field crews who will observe and sample populations of diverse organisms and collect
soil and water data. A leading edge cyberinfrastructure will calibrate, store and publish this
information. The Observatory will grow to 300+ personnel and will be the first of its kind
designed to detect and enable forecasting of ecological change at continental scales.
Summary:
Reporting to the Field Operations Manager, The Field Technician(s) will perform a variety of
technical and scientific tasks.
Field Technician I
The Field Technician I will perform a variety of scientific and technical tasks. The Field
Technician I is the biological sampling lead performing seasonal and periodic sampling activities.
Seasonal field sampling is conducted with the assistance of temporary field crews. The Field
Technician will provide guidance to temporary field crews and perform field and laboratory
activities. This position reports to the Field Operations Manager.
The Field Technician I will also assist with routine maintenance, field calibration, and repair of
scientific instruments and associated infrastructure as assigned by the Manager Field
Operations.
Field Technician II
The Field Technician II will perform a variety of technical and scientific tasks. The Field
Technician II is the technical lead performing routine maintenance, field calibration, and repair
of scientific instruments and associated infrastructure. After initial instrument installation, the
Field Technician II will have primary responsibility for instruments and infrastructure at
tower/aquatic sites.
The Field Technician II will also assist with seasonal and/or periodic sampling activities.
Seasonal field sampling is conducted with the assistance of temporary field crews. The Field
Technician will provide guidance to temporary field crews and perform field and laboratory
activities as assigned by the Manager Field Operations. This position reports to the Manager
Field Operations.
Field Technician III
The Field Technician III will perform a variety of technical and scientific tasks. The Field
Technician III is the shift lead performing and supervising routine maintenance, field calibration,
and repair of scientific instruments and associated infrastructure. After initial instrument
installation, the Field Technician III will have primary responsibility for instruments and
infrastructure at {tower/aquatic} sites.
The Field Technician III will also supervise and assist with seasonal and/or periodic
sampling activities. Seasonal field sampling is conducted with the assistance of temporary field
crews. The Field Technician will provide guidance to temporary field crews and perform field
and laboratory activities as assigned by the Field Operations Manager. This position reports to
the Manager Field Operations Manager.
Must have permanent authorization for US employment.