Position Summary(Basic Job Function) This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides technical support. Responsibilities may include computer programming or operations; research support; medical patient care; technical equipment maintenance, repair, fabrication or operation; or other technical support functions. Unit Position Summary The Applied Forest and Wildlife Ecology Laboratory at Michigan State University is looking to hire one technical assistant (with a maximum of 40 hours/week) to assist with GIS work, photo-tagging, and to assist with data cleaning in support of research projects. General duties: + Assist with assigning trail attributes in ArcGIS + Support photo tagging and audio recording analyses in support of varying lab projects + Assist with data preparation and cleaning in support of marten project Desired Qualifications + Degree or progress toward degree in field of natural resources. + Experience with using ArcGIS. + Experience with photo tagging and verifying bird audio recordings + Accurate and efficient data entry + Self-motivated and independent + Organized and attention to detail + Clear communication and ability to interact with colleagues Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Application Materials To apply, submit a short letter of interest, CV or resume, and contact information for two references. We will review applications beginning Jan 21, 2025, but will accept additional applications until the position is filled. Work Hours 40 Website https://www.canr.msu.edu/fw/ Remote Work Statement MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.