These positions will work on a wide variety of forestry projects within the Division of Forestry, Forest Ecology and Economics section. Current projects are diverse and highly collaborative, focusing on research and application of science to forest ecology and management, which will provide the successful applicant many opportunities to grow and develop a varied skillset. Research within the section could include but is not limited to: a forest assisted migration study that includes study establishment via planting and initial data collections, a study of deer impacts on forest regeneration, and a study to understand the efficacy of treatments to limit invasive species establishment in recently disturbed forests. Work could include forest assessments, tree and plant species identification, study plot establishment, deer browse assessments, and tree seed collection. The successful applicants should have experience in forestry and/or field research, be in good physical condition, and on a daily basis be able to hike while carrying gear in a variety of conditions. There are four positions available, based at the Wisconsin DNR Forestry Headquarters in Rhinelander. These positions will require frequent travel throughout the state with occasional overnight stays. Incumbents of this position are required to meet and maintain eligibility to drive a state vehicle.