Seasonal/Temporary Botanical Field Technicians 

Office location: Berkeley, CA 

Field locations: Throughout northern and central California 

Project duration: April/May through August 2026 

Stillwater Sciences is seeking highly motivated and talented junior- to mid-level botanists to join our interdisciplinary staff for on-call positions. We are looking for botanists interested in applying their knowledge of California flora to vegetation projects in northern and central California. Positions will be based out of our Berkeley office.  Apply HERE!

Responsibilities include plant identification, vegetation data collection, photographic monitoring, preparation and demobilization of field efforts, and data entry. Experience in wetland delineation and/or vegetation mapping/classification a plus. This is an on-call temporary position. Field efforts are anticipated to be variable in hours, from only a few hours per week to potentially up to 50 hours per week starting in late April or early May and likely extending into August. Additional office-based work (i.e., reporting, data analysis) may be available for candidates with applicable experience.  

The ideal applicant should have: 

• Have earned or in the process of earning a BS or BA in botany or similar degree. 
• Excellent plant identification skills (Plant Taxonomy or equivalent course; sufficient knowledge of the local flora and familiarity with utilizing the Jepson eFlora and/or the printed Jepson Manual to identify fresh and collected specimens to species). 
• Prior field experience. 
• Team oriented, with the ability to work collaboratively and independently, as needed. 
• Willingness to travel and work in remote locations (lodging provided) for 5–6 days maximum. 
• Good attitude and ability to traverse difficult terrain including steep slopes, muddy wetlands with standing water, and extremely dense brush. Endurance to work long days in all types of weather. 
• Competency to follow directions and field safety protocols. 
• Attention to detail and commitment to sound science. 

Qualifications: 

• Solid navigational skills using maps and GPS 
• Ability to move equipment of 25 pounds or more 
• A valid driver’s license and good driving record and ability to use personal vehicle to travel to field sites (reimbursable) 

Application Details: 

• Hourly rate $24–$32 depending on qualifications or experience. 
• Temporary on-call positions based out of Berkeley for fieldwork throughout Northern California. 
• Must live in the United States and possess a valid work authorization. 
• Position will remain open until filled.