Forestry & Regeneration Ecology Research Technician

Position

The Bisbing Forest Ecology & Silviculture Lab at the University of Nevada, Reno is hiring four full-time, temporary Forestry & Regeneration Ecology Research Technicians to support the Sierra Nevada Adaptive Management Experiment (AMEX). Technicians will work under the supervision of a Crew Lead and researchers from the Bisbing Lab to collect field data across multiple integrated research projects in mixed-conifer forests of the Sierra Nevada in California.

Description

Research Technicians will assist with forest inventory and sampling as well as long-term regeneration provenance trials (i.e., baby tree gardens). Responsibilities include installing and re-surveying permanent plots; collecting pre- and post-treatment data on overstory trees, regeneration, fuels, plant communities, and forest health; measuring seedling survival and growth; maintaining planting sites through weeding or grubbing; downloading weather station and temperature logger data; assisting with mapping forest composition; maintaining field equipment and tools; and entering, quality-checking, and uploading data. This position requires attention to detail, strong work ethic, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a field team. Fieldwork involves long hikes with heavy packs, work in burned areas and challenging terrain, and variable weather conditions.

Location & Logistics

These positions are located in California with work conducted across multiple Sierra Nevada sites. Crew members are expected to live on-site and travel between locations for the duration of the position. Housing will primarily consist of non-traditional accommodations such as tents or trailers. No per diem or food stipend is provided. A field vehicle with coolers, stove/propane, table, and basic kitchenware is supplied.

When

These are full-time, temporary positions starting June 1, 2026. Opportunities are for either three- or six-month durations (please note preference when applying).

How To Apply

Please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references compiled into a single PDF to adaptiveforestmanagement@gmail.com.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Work Location: On the road