United States
Sector
Keyword
Forestry Jobs, Wood Anatomist
Minimum ? Preferably Master?s degreein Wood Science and Technology
Not required
The tasks a Wood Anatomist is expected to perform include:
Studying anatomical structure of wood in relation to its properties and uses
Identifying and classifying different types of timbers
Determining factors responsible for growth and development of trees
Examining different types of cells of wood, their arrangement and variation
Estimating properties of different types of woods based on their anatomy
Preparing slides and photomicrographs of important indigenous timbers
Exploring and collecting research anatomical data for writing accurate descriptions, identification and classification of timbers
Investigating defects and causes of failure in wood
Suggesting suitable indigenous substitutes for imported timbers for industrial purposes
Maintaining collection of specimens and helping archaeologists, geologists and paleobotanists in exploring past vegetation and explaining ancient culture
Skilled in research and development, especially related to forestry
Knowledge of characteristics of different types of trees, their requirement, etc.
Proficient in handling large amounts of data
Knowledge of computer programmes and data analysis techniques
Aware of similar research work done in the past
Ability to incorporat the research work of other scientists in their own work
Efficient in presenting the results of their work
Proficient in English language
Knowledge of scientific rules and methods to solve problems
Familiar with the methods of curing wood and exploring methods for converting wood into commodities
Knowledge of analyzing physical, chemical and biological properties of wood
Knowledge of wood anatomy
Skilled in sectioning and mounting small particles for microscopic study
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Will be updated
Manual dexterity
Attention to detail
Team player
Analytic thinker
Hardworking and persistent
Result-oriented
Self-motivated
Good communication skills
Observant
It is a field job
Work from home is not applicable
Part-time work and contractual jobs maybe available
May require supervising a team
Local travelling maybe part of the job
Working hours
Working hours are9 hours everyday for 6 days a week
Overtime may be involved
Shift system is not involved
Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?
Yes
This job is not considered hazardous or dangerous
Health risks include exposure to extreme weather conditions, chemicals, etc.
Occupational hazards include injury to body from using sharp tools/equipment in the laboratory, etc.
For freshers - 8,000 to 16,000 per month
For candidates with experience - 33,000 to 41,000 per month
(These figures are indicative and subject to change)
Importance of Wood in India
According to a report released by the Ministry of Environment and Forests, Indian forestry revolves around social and environmental elements of Sustainable Forest Management (SFM). The demand for wood and wood products will continue to increase in the future. The present need is met mainly from the agro-forestry sector and balance demand through imports. The requirement for wood and wood products is bound to witness an unprecedented upward trend due to various economic and policy initiatives recently taken in India. Technological advances allow more efficient use of raw material for better quality of products. Despite the technological advances relating to efficient use of wood, reduction of wastage, diversity of raw materials and recycling, the gap between demand and supply is widening.
With depleting wood resources the importance of research is felt to improve the fill the gap of the demand of wood and wood products. It is the task of aWood Anatomist to help reduce this gap, Hence the opportunities for this profile are increasing,and almost every forestry department has a separate division for this kind ofresearch.
Central and state governments
Government research institutes
Private research initiatives
Job openings are in Tier I, Tier II and Tier III cities
