NEON Seasonal Field Technician - MA

Battelle • Fitchburg, MA

90d • $18 - $19

About The Position

Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. The National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) is a continental-scale observation facility funded by the National Science Foundation and operated by Battelle. The NEON program is designed to collect long-term, open access ecological data to better understand how U.S. ecosystems are changing, from freshwater systems such as streams, rivers, and lakes to terrestrial systems spanning tropical forests to deserts to tundra. We depend on our people to collect observational data and samples, to monitor automated instrumented systems that collect terrestrial and aquatic data, and to operate our airborne observation platform that captures remote sensing data of regional landscapes and vegetation.

Requirements

• High School diploma, OR equivalent.
• One (1) month experience in ecological field sampling or related experience (for example: forestry, environmental, agricultural, trail work, armed forces, plant nurseries) is preferred.
• Ability to learn and perform procedures and methods outside of the primary responsibilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to organize and execute multiple activities and priorities.
• Ability to proactively identify and resolve resource conflicts.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated optimism in adverse conditions and good judgement in identifying, mitigating, and avoiding hazards.
• Ability to identify good practices and areas for improvement in team performance.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License with acceptable driving record pertinent to the position.
• Ability to successfully pass background checks and pre-employment drug testing.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and lab assignments in a variety of conditions (e.g., weather, terrain, diverse assigned biomes, etc.).
• Follow established, standardized field procedures for sample collection; record data from sample collection in handheld tablets, computers, etc.; equipment preparation and maintenance, process and ship samples.
• Navigate to field sites and sampling locations.
• Report activities and completed work according to protocol.
• Follow safety policy and procedures.
• Report issues with implementation of procedures and coordinate resolution.
• Assist with routine administrative duties, special projects including Research Support Services collaborating with external Principal Investigators and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Collaborative work environment with world-class experts.
• Funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED