Part-time Field Technician – Terrestrial Lidar Scanning
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About the company
There’s a reason Penn State consistently ranks among the top one percent of the world’s universities.
Visa sponsorship history
4 years sponsoring, last filed FY2026Cap-exempt
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, pleaselogin to Workday to complete thestudent application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Job duties:
The selected candidate will help lay out terrestrial Lidar scanning locations using measuring tape, compass and flags. Move and position lightweight reflectance targets during data collection. Walk about 40 minutes on a forest route to the plots, carrying up to 40 pounds of equipment with or without accommodation. Assist with real-world data collection using a high-end laser scanning sensor.
Qualifications:
At least one year of undergraduate studies in forestry or a related field is strongly preferred. Ability to navigate and measure distances and directions (azimuths) in natural forests. Ability to hike off-trail for up to two miles while carrying equipment with or without accommodation. Ability to work independently in challenging field conditions is highly desired.
If you have questions about the job, please contact Dr. Marc McDill (mmcdill@psu.edu)
To apply, please apply online via WorkDay and include your resume, transcript, and one reference contact that can provide comment on your tree species identification skills.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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