Undergrad Forestry Research Assistant

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Job Title: Undergrad Forestry Research Assistant

Department: FAES | School of Environment and Natural Resources-JM

SENR is hiring an undergraduate forestry research assistant to work approximately 10/hours per week during the 2026/2027 school year. Responsibilities will include field data collection, sample processing, data management, and preparing experiments.

Responsibilities will be moderate and less routine and will require responsibility and good judgement. May coordinate activities for other student employees. Requires providing excellent customer service, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work in a professional environment. Requires previous experience and knowledge or skill in student assistant role. Represent the department and the university with the highest degree of integrity applying OSU mission and shared values.

Additional Information:

Location: Kottman Hall (0340)

Position Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Hours: 10

Shift: First Shift

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