Job Opportunities

Please contact Jessie Young-Robertson with questions (jmrobertson3@alaska.edu)

2026 summer temporary technician positions

Forest Soils Lab Field and Lab technicians 

The Forest Soils Lab is seeking field technicians for the summer (May - September, 2026) to assist with boreal forest research as part of the Forest Soils Lab in the Institute of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Extension (IANRE). The technicians will also assist with lab work and other lab duties. The Forest Soils Lab has been in operation since the late 1960's and has conducted cutting-edge boreal forest research using state-of-the-art tools. As part of the team, successful applicants will learn how to collect high quality data, apply critical thinking skills during data collection, and learn about the boreal forest, plant physiology, and environmental change. This position runs from early May to the end of September. Please apply here.

Cooperative Alaska Forest Inventory project (CAFI)

The Forest Inventory position is a key role within our department, responsible for collecting, analyzing, and managing data related to the health, composition, and growth of forest ecosystems in Alaska. This position involves fieldwork to assess forest conditions, utilizing advanced technology and techniques to gather accurate data for long-term forest management planning. Our department focuses on providing vital ecological information that supports sustainable land-use decisions and conservation efforts. As part of our team, you will contribute to research and inventory projects that help guide resource management and environmental stewardship across the state. This position runs from early May to the first week of September. Please apply here.