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Description of Duties
Weyerhaeuser is searching for a Research Forester to join our Southern Timberlands Technology (STT) Team that develops and implements new technology for managing southern pine ecosystems. As a Research Forester, your role involves supporting all aspects of the Production Forestry field research program, collaborating with scientists and project leaders to ensure successful research site selection, preparation, establishment, maintenance, measurement, and documentation of field test sites.
Key Functions
Manage contractors and conducting research in silviculture, forest soils, tree genetics, remote sensing, plant pathology and nutrition
Actively participate in transfer ring research outcomes to Operations (managers, foresters, planners, and other stakeholders) through group presentations, field tours, and technical reports
Demonstrate a commitment to safety, excellent communication, and coordination with the STT Team and Operational Foresters to facilitate the installation and maintenance of research sites in Timberlands
Assist in all facets of the Production Forestry Field Research Program (Nursery, Forest Health, and silviculture) and contribute to other related areas of research such as Environmental, Tree Improvement, and Biometric as needed
Remain current on relevant scientific advances, understand operational forestry practices, and identify research opportunities that align with operational needs.
QualificationsBachelors degree (or higher) in Forest Management, Silviculture, Soils, or a closely related fieldBasic understanding of a broad range of core competencies including plantation nutrition, tree physiology, tree genetics, soils, growth and yield, and silvicultural systemsField forestry experienceContract administration (both preparing contracts and managing the contractor for safety, execution, and quality control)Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlinesExcellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and GIS skillsAbility to interpret and communicate remotely sensed dataKnowledge of statistical software: R (preferred) or SASKnowledge of experimental design and the importance of data qualityExcellent team working skillsAbility to work alone safely, often in remote areas and with standard forestry toolsProactive problem solving skillsAbility to travel up to 40% of the time, sometimes 1-2 weeks at a time often requiring irregular work hoursWilling and able to earn a UAV pilots license within 6 months of starting and a pesticide applicators license within 12 monthsPreferred QualificationsAt least 2 years of relevant experienceStrong math, analytical and financial analysis skills including but not limited to interpreting research data, understanding discounted cash flows, understanding forest inventory data and interpreting growth and yield model outputsFamiliarity with spatial and tabular data in GIS and databasesHerbicide, pesticide and fertilizer application managementExperience with UAVs (drones)
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