PROPAGULE RESEARCH TECHNICIAN – ID# 13717. Pacific Cooperative Studies
Unit. Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Pacific Cooperative
Studies Unit (PCSU), Oahu Army Natural Resources Program (OANRP), located on
Schofield Barracks on the island of Oahu. Continuation of employment is dependent
upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds,
and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws. MINIMUM MONTHLY SALARY:
$3,333/Mon. DUTIES: A primary goal is to ensure that the military mission is
accomplished and that training opportunities are realized to the fullest extent possible in
a manner consistent with Federal, State, and Army environmental quality policies. Work
must be done in accordance with applicable Army, Federal, and State regulations and
laws, especially regarding endangered species, safety and health, and pesticides.
Majority of tasks take place on Army lands. Serves as a laboratory technician and
research assistant in the Army Seed Conservation Laboratory (ASCL); processes fruit
collections, enters data in the ASCL and Army Rare Plant database, conducts and
maintains viability assays, transplants and maintains seedlings, and performs other
work necessary for the operation on the seed storage facility. Other duties include plant
propagation, plant inventory, and assisting in plant reproductive biology and pollination
studies. In addition, will need to maintain all laboratory equipment, seedling
propagation efforts, and other research duties as assigned. Duties will include working
with small objects (seeds) and handling/viewing them for several hours (three to five (3-
5) hours) at a time with or without the aid of a stereo microscope. Will work in areas with
Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) with professional Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD)
supervision. PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree from an
accredited four (4) year college or university in Botany, Horticulture, or other related
field. EXPERIENCE: One to three (1-3) years of experience working in a biological
laboratory, greenhouse (or other horticultural experience) or other biological research
projects. ABIL/KNOW/SKILLS: Familiarity with basic biological laboratory equipment
and techniques, basic plant propagation, and greenhouse procedures. Familiarity with
classification of native Hawaiian plants, botanical nomenclature, and terminology. Basic
understanding of plant physiology and principles of experimental design (including basic
data/statistical analyses). Ability to enter data in Microsoft Access database. Ability to
manipulate data in Microsoft Excel and proficiency in Microsoft Word. Strong
organizational/record-keeping skills. Ability to be highly detailed oriented. Must possess a
valid driver’s license. Post Offer/Employment Conditions: Must possess the American
Red Cross Certification in First Aid/CPR (or be able to obtain the certificate following the
training provided within three (3) months of hire). Must provide a copy of driver’s
abstract without citations that will prevent incumbent from driving on Department of
Defense (DOD) installations. Must be able to pass a DOD security check for
employment as an Army contractor. Must complete UXO Training within six (6) months
of hire as job duties will require work in UXO areas. May be selected for additional
duties such as use of helicopters but must be certified and be approved by
PCSU/RCUH prior to activity. For helicopter use must be able to complete basic
helicopter safety course. PHYSICAL/MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS: Will have to work
with (view, handle, move) small objects (e.g. seeds). This can be accomplished both with
and without the aid of a stereo microscope and tweezers or other implements. May have
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to work over a microscope for several hours at a time. Ability to conduct work under
strenuous outdoor conditions (e.g. extreme weather, thick brush, steep terrain). Able to
hike up to ten (10) miles per day, backpack with up to thirty-five (35) pounds of weight,
and camp in remote areas for up to four (4) days at a time. SECONDARY
QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Botany
or other related Biological Science. Education and experience in programs managing rare
and endangered species in Hawaii. Strong understanding of experimental design,
statistical analyses, and report writing. Knowledge of Army natural resource program in
Hawaii. INQUIRIES: Lauren Weisenberger 285-5139 (Oahu). APPLICATION
REQUIREMENTS: Please go to www.rcuh.com, click on “Employment”; select “Apply”
and navigate to “See Job Announcements and/or Apply for a Job.” You must submit the
following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2)
Resume, 3) Salary History, 4) Supervisory References, 5) Copy of
Degree(s)/Transcript(s)/Certificate(s). All online applications must be submitted/received
by the closing date (11:59 P.M. Hawaii Standard Time/RCUH receipt time) as stated on
the job posting. If you do not have access to our system and the closing date is
imminent, you may send additional documents to rcuhhr@rcuh.com. If you have
questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call (808)956-
8344. CLOSING DATE: January 5, 2014. EEO/AA Employer.
