Posted in Other 14 days ago.
Type: Full Time
Location: Dixon, Illinois
OFFICE LOCATION
Dixon, Illinois, USA
IL404
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The Illinois Nachusa Soil Technician will sample and process soil as part of a large collaborative research project. The technician will also assist with plant community surveys, wildlife tracking, data entry, and occasional stewardship activities as needed. All field sampling and processing at Nachusa Grasslands under the supervision and training of Dr. Elizabeth Bach.
Responsibilities & Scope:
This is a full-time (average 37.5 hours per week), short-term position starting late May and ending mid-August (10 weeks total, exact start/end dates flexible). The position is located at Nachusa Grasslands Preserve near Dixon, IL and includes nice, clean on-site housing (one technician per room, high speed internet available at Headquarters, no pets).
The Nature Conservancy in Illinois is seeking a Soil Technician to initiate a large collaborative research project at the Nachusa Grasslands Preserve. This 4,000 acre preserve, near Dixon, IL, is home to 180 species of birds, more than 700 native plant species, and a herd of bison! The Technician will learn soil sampling and processing skills, including soil aggregate isolation. Soil samples will be subjected to metagenomic and enzyme analysis downstream, and if interested, the Technician may gain knowledge of these procedures. The Technician will be part of a large collaborative scientific team, including researchers at San Diego State University. The project seeks to understand microbial community interactions as tallgrass prairie restorations establish and mature. Data will be used to enhance global models of soil carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorous cycling. The Technician will also assist Dr. Elizabeth Bach with plant community surveys and wildlife tracking, supporting long-term research at Nachusa Grasslands. The position affords the opportunity to engage in interesting, educational, and challenging outside work at a dynamic restoration project. This is an exceptional entry level position to work at the interface of ecological restoration, land management, and academic scientific research. If you enjoy being outside and interacting with people and nature, come join us today and help make a difference with the world's leading conservation organization!
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For short-term positions, TNC offers a benefits package that includes: personal and sick leave; paid holidays; 401(k) eligible; access to learning and development opportunities; employee discounts through partner programs; and other life and work wellbeing benefits.
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