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PNW Research Station Workforce
The PNW Research Station employs about 246 permanent, full-time employees. Scientists are the core of the PNW workforce, and there are about 61 researchers in the station. Their expertise, often internationally recognized, is in the biological, physical, and social aspects of forests and rangelands. Scientists work in teams that include highly trained specialists who prepare, conduct, and report on studies and integrate scientific knowledge into tools and communication products used by land managers, policymakers, and others.
Operations and administrative personnel play critical roles in supporting research at the station. The station’s communications staff (public affairs, writers, editors, web graphic designers) work with the scientists in delivering their research through publications, the Internet, events, and media.
Station employees excel in reaching out to scientists and specialists at more than 75 universities as well as those in other government agencies, nongovernmental organizations, private industry, and other units of the Forest Service. We lend a hand in understanding how people can integrate science into decision-making, often across large, varied landscapes. Our work is reflected in how forests are managed throughout Alaska, Oregon, Washington, and other locations.
The following links are provided to assist in searching for employment opportunities within the Forest Service.
USAJOBS is the U.S. Government’s official website for Federal jobs and employment information.
This web page provides information about careers within the Forest Service. It includes links to internship and employment opportunities for youth, students, recent graduates, and other special hiring programs supported by the Forest Service.
Research Participation Programs
The Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Educations (ORISE) Research Participation Programs are educational and training programs designed to provide college students, recent graduates, and university faculty opportunities to participate in project specific USFS research and developmental activities.
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