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Biology Field Assistant - Forest Ecology (Student/Work Study)

University of Michigan

Flint, MI

Part-Time

Biology Field Assistant - Forest Ecology (Student/Work Study)

University of Michigan

Flint, MI

Part-Time

May 03, 2025

Education

Job Description

How to Apply

A brief cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should include the following information:

A brief description of your field experience
A list of BIO department courses you have completed
Contact information of a BIO faculty member who is recommending you

Job Summary

The Biology Department is seeking a qualified student candidate to assist with the BIO 487: Forest Ecology class during the Fall 2025 semester. This class meets every Friday 9:00am-4:00pm, from late August to mid-November. This position is filled on a per semester basis.

Responsibilities*

Assist the instructor with classroom and field studies focused on understanding how environmental factors, wildlife, and human activities influence the establishment ad growth of forest communities
Follow and enforce field and animal use protocols
Help faculty member with field study prep and cleanup
Assist students with analyses of data
Facilitate student field projects involving, but not limited to, the following: forest vegetation identification, evaluating forest productivity, soil pit analysis, and invasive species monitoring

Required Qualifications*

Must have successfully completed BIO 487 at UM-Flint with a B grade or higher.
Able to work in typical field conditions during the fall in Michigan.
Transportation to drive up to 50 minutes to off-campus sites.
Maintain student status at UM-Flint.
Recommendation by a Biology faculty member.

Desired Qualifications*

Experience in Biology and/or Chemistry labs is preferred.
Experience in Wildlife Biology-related research and techniques.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of three calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the fourth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

How to Apply

A brief cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should include the following information:

A brief description of your field experience
A list of BIO department courses you have completed
Contact information of a BIO faculty member who is recommending you

Job Summary

Responsibilities*

Assist the instructor with classroom and field studies focused on understanding how environmental factors, wildlife, and human activities influence the establishment ad growth of forest communities
Follow and enforce field and animal use protocols
Help faculty member with field study prep and cleanup
Assist students with analyses of data
Facilitate student field projects involving, but not limited to, the following: forest vegetation identification, evaluating forest productivity, soil pit analysis, and invasive species monitoring

Required Qualifications*

Must have successfully completed BIO 487 at UM-Flint with a B grade or higher.
Able to work in typical field conditions during the fall in Michigan.
Transportation to drive up to 50 minutes to off-campus sites.
Maintain student status at UM-Flint.
Recommendation by a Biology faculty member.

Desired Qualifications*

Experience in Biology and/or Chemistry labs is preferred.
Experience in Wildlife Biology-related research and techniques.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Background Screening

Application Deadline

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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Biology Field Assistant - Forest Ecology (Student/Work Study)

University of Michigan

Flint, MI

May 3, 2025

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