Field research

Additional Locations: NA Primary Locations: OR, Portland, 5838 NE Columbia Blvd, 97218 Requisition ID: 195063 Position Overview This is a temporary/part time, hourly position running from May to early September and located in Portland, Oregon. Energetic undergraduate students on summer break and aspiring scientists seeking research experience in the biological sciences are especially encouraged to apply. The selected candidate will assist with a research project investigating biological control of urban forest insect pests. They will be trained to identify and survey insect communities in trees and will be expected to collect data twice monthly over the summer using their personal vehicle. Pay is $20 per hour. Job Duties Responsibilities:

• Assist with research project conducted by the Davey Institute. This will involve driving short distances around city of Portland, OR to facilitate experiment on city street trees.
• Work will/may require light lifting, use of hand lens, and days spent in outdoor environments.
• Assist with field data collection and computer data entry and analysis.
  

Availability

• Part time, 32 hours per month (8 hours per week on average)
• Ideal availability is mid-May to early September 2024
• Majority of work will be conducted every other week over a two-day duration
  

Qualifications

• High School diploma; college coursework in biology or related discipline preferred; research experience preferred
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Attention to detail
• Computer literate and able to enter data and manage excel spreadsheets
• Ability and willingness to travel locally with personal vehicle
• Ability to read and speak clearly and lift up to 50 lbs
  

Company Overview The Davey Tree Expert Company is one of the largest Employee Owned companies in the nation. We have a unique culture that focuses on the open exchange of ideas, community partnerships, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services. This position is within the Davey Institute, which is responsible for technical services, research and development, environmental programs, and education and training for North American operations. Davey Institute Scientists guide field service teams in diagnosing biotic and abiotic pest problems and prescribing the best products, application procedures, and cultural practices to be used at the customer site. Our experts are specialists in fields such as entomology, horticulture, urban forestry, agronomy, plant pathology, and turf and landscape care. They train our technicians and serve as resources to address the specific needs of our customers. Field teams use internet access to our multimedia reference materials, including detailed photos, videos, and databases to properly diagnose a customer’s landscape or tree related issues. Divisional Overview The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com. If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at or at . Employment Type: Intern Job Type: Part Time Travel Expectations: Up to 75%