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AVIAN RESEARCH TECHNICIANS NEEDED - Study songbird demography, habitat 
use, and nest success in the White River NWR (URL: 
http://www.fws.gov/whiteriver/) and St.Francis National Forest (URL: 
http://www.fs.fed.us/oonf/ozark/). We are seeking motivated research 
technicians (4) to assist with our long-term study on the demography, 
habitat use, and nest success of Swainson's Warblers. There are three 
concurrent songbird studies (one with brown headed cowbirds and two 
studying Swainson's Warblers and other wood warbler species) that will 
be going on at the same time and there will be opportunities to work on 
all three projects. Positions run from ~5 May until 16 Jul 2010 
(possibly longer). Stipend varies from $1150-1300/month depending on 
qualifications and includes housing at remote field houses with 
air-conditioning. Preference will be given to applicants with a vehicle 
that can occasionally be used in the field (non 4x4 is ok). Also, a good 
pair of binoculars is necessary. Responsibilities: Re-sighting 
color-banded birds, searching and monitoring nests, collecting 
vegetation data and data entry. Qualifications: Experience with 
re-sighting color banded birds and nest searching is preferred. At a 
minimum the applicant must have experience birding, either as a hobby or 
work experience. Salary $1150 - 1300/mo. Last date to apply is 27 Apr 
2010. To learn more or apply, please attach a letter of interest and 
resume (including contact information for 3 references). Application 
review will start immediately. Contact BRYAN REILEY via email (EM: 
bryan.reiley AT smail.astate.edu).

FIELD ASSISTANT NEEDED (1) from 24 May to 17 Aug 2010 for a project 
examining the influence of the mountain pine beetle epidemic on avian 
and small mammal species in Medicine Bow National Forest, Wyoming. 
Research will involve assessing the value of potential refugia habitat 
that may be used by avian and small mammal species during the interim 
between lodgepole pine death and regrowth. Duties will include avian 
point count surveys, small mammal live trapping, habitat assessment, and 
some data entry. Salary will be $2,000/ month with housing provided. 
Experience with identifying western avian species, avian point counts, 
and small mammal trapping highly desirable, but not mandatory. Qualities 
such as having a good work ethic, dependability, and a positive attitude 
are essential. Work will entail early morning starts in variable weather 
conditions. Must be in good physical condition to hike and carry a heavy 
pack in deep snow. To apply, please attach a letter of interest and 
resume (with contact information for 3 references), aggregated on one 
file, to JOSLIN HEYWARD (EM: jheyward AT uwyo.edu) by 22 Apr 2010. 
Earlier applicants will be given higher priority.

FIELD INTERNS needed early May to mid-Jul 2010 (dates flexible) in a 
study on vocal communication of Black-throated Blue Warblers in the 
Green Mountains of central Vermont. The study site is located in the 
heart of the Green Mountain National Forest, and provides great access 
to hiking, swimming, and mountain biking. Housing is provided within the 
national forest in Ripton, VT. Duties may include assisting with 
playback experiments, recording birds, making behavioral observations, 
banding of adults and nestlings, territory mapping, nest searching, and 
data entry. Applicants should be highly motivated, enthusiastic, and be 
good-natured about early mornings, biting insects, and wet weather. 
Previous experience watching birds in the field, identifying individuals 
by color bands, and nest searching is preferred but not required. This 
position is ideal for undergraduates or recent graduates who wish to 
gain experience working in the field with birds. Please send cover 
letter, CV, and 3 references to DAVID HOF (EM: dhof AT cns.umass.edu).

FIELD ASSISTANTS (1-2) needed to conduct Golden-winged Warbler surveys 
in Pennsylvania. Assistants are needed from 1 May until 30 Jun (with 
possible extension until Jul 10). Applicants should be willing and able 
to work alone in remote conditions and have excellent bird 
identification skills by sight and sound. Primary duties include point 
counts (across a large number of sites), nest searching, vegetation 
sampling, and data entry. Preferred applicants will have experience 
conducting point counts, reading topographic maps and using a GPS unit 
and compass. Salary is $1500-$1600/month, depending on experience. The 
position requires working in some challenging conditions such as early, 
long hours, hot weather, and dense vegetation. Applicants must be 
willing to work six days per week, and spend long hours in the field. 
These positions will be based out of central Pennsylvania (e.g., 
Center/Clinton County) and northeast Pennsylvania (Pike/Monroe County). 
Residents that live in or near those areas are encouraged to apply. To 
apply, email a letter of interest, resume, and contact information of 
three references to MARJA BAKERMANS at Indiana University of 
Pennsylvania (EM: marja.bakermans AT iup.edu).

VEGETATION TECHNICIANS needed (mid to late May - Jul 2010): Do great 
work in the Great Plains! Learn how birds depend on bison, cattle, and 
prairie dogs to maintain their habitats. A habitat surveyor is needed 
for a project measuring responses of grassland birds to different 
grazing practices. Work will be in two teams, each with two bird 
surveyors and one person to identify and measure grasses. Members of 
each team will work and travel together to survey birds and vegetation. 
One full team needed for the Dakotas/Wyoming and one birder + one 
botanist needed for Montana/Saskatchewan. All personnel should be 
capable of hiking several miles per day in rough terrain with lots of 
grass and little shade. Work will be in remote areas and knowledge of 
first aid and ability to drive 4-wheel drive vehicles preferred. Clean 
driving record necessary and valid passport needed to work in Canada. 
Birders should know or be able to quickly learn the birds of the region 
by sight and sound and have sight and hearing capacities to conduct 
point counts. Vegetation specialists should have experience with using 
field guides and keys to ID grasses and other plants. Salary: $1,800/mo. 
for 2.5 to 3 months + housing and travel reimbursements. Contact KEVIN 
ELLISON by email (EM: kellison AT wcs.org), for more information about 
the project see (URL: 
http://www.eco-index.org/search/results.cfm?projectID=1354) and on the 
Wildlife Conservation Society see (URL: http://www.wcs.org).

POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE - University of Oxford, Department of 
Zoology, Postdoctoral Research Associate: Tool use in New Caledonian 
crows. Grade 7, salary range: 28,983 -- 35,646 GBP p.a.. A three-year 
postdoctoral position is available, from May 2010 onwards, to work on 
the ecological and social context of tool use in New Caledonian crows 
(Corvus moneduloides). The post is funded as part of a 5-year BBSRC 
David Phillips Fellowship to Dr Christian Rutz, and will be based at the 
Department of Zoology, University of Oxford, UK. The post-holder will be 
responsible for coordinating and conducting fieldwork in New Caledonia, 
South Pacific. The research project will chart the ecology and behaviour 
of wild, free-ranging crows, using detailed field observations, 
systematic surveys, and novel biologging technologies. In addition, 
specific hypotheses will be examined in controlled experiments with wild 
and captive subjects. This is an exceptional opportunity to conduct 
topical field research on animal tool use and culture in a high-profile 
study system, and to take a leading role in a prolific and expanding 
research project. The successful candidate will have a PhD in 
behavioural ecology, ecology, evolutionary biology or a related subject, 
and experience in conducting independent field research, preferably in 
remote study locations. Proven skills in writing and publishing papers 
in leading scientific journals are essential. Experience of supervision 
in a research context, and working as part of a multi-disciplinary team 
are desirable. Previous field-ornithological experience, or a background 
in animal-cognition research, are not essential. Informal inquiries 
(with CV) should be addressed directly to DR CHRISTIAN RUTZ (EM: 
christian.rutz AT zoo.ox.ac.uk). Further particulars and application 
forms are available from (URL: http://www.zoo.ox.ac.uk/jobs) or from the 
Personnel Office of the Department of Zoology, University of Oxford 
(Tinbergen Building, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PS, UK; PH: +44(0) 
1865 271190; EM: recruit AT zoo.ox.ac.uk). Application forms, together 
with a CV and contact details of three referees, electronic copies of 
three publications, and a cover letter explaining how the candidate 
meets the selection criteria, as outlined in the further particulars, 
should be sent to the above address quoting reference number AT10013. 
The closing date for applications is 7 May 2010. Interviews with 
short-listed candidates are expected to take place in May.

FIELD TEAM LEADER for Bicknell's Thrush Geolocator Study - Bird Studies 
Canada - Atlantic Region. Bird Studies Canada (BSC) - Atlantic Region is 
seeking a highly skilled field biologist to lead a field project to 
retrieve geolocators from Bicknell's Thrush in highland regions of New 
Brunswick and Nova Scotia for 8 weeks beginning on 31 May 2010. The 
successful candidate will be tasked with finding and capturing (using 
mist nets) Bicknell's Thrush that were fitted with geolocators in 2009, 
retrieving the geolocators and downloading the data, and deploying new 
geolocators on after-second-year birds. Blood, feather and toenail 
samples may also be taken from each individual bird. Time permitting, 
the successful candidate may also be asked to help with additional BSC 
projects such as the Maritimes Breeding Bird Atlas and/or the High 
Elevation Landbird Program, both of which require the ability to 
identify birds by sight and sound. Fieldwork will be carried out in Cape 
Breton, Nova Scotia and the north-central highlands of New Brunswick. 
The following skills and experience are required: **Extensive experience 
mist-netting, banding, aging, handling, and blood-sampling birds; 
**Comfortable working long days starting early in the morning; **Able to 
work independently and make rapid decisions in the field; **Strong 
attention to detail; **Supervising a field assistant; **Tent-camping 
(especially in remote areas). Candidates must also be legally entitled 
to work in Canada and have a valid driver's license. Additional asset 
skills: **Fitting birds with transmitters or geolocators; **Bander 
Certification (North American Banding Council); **Ability to identify 
eastern birds by sight and sound; **First Aid Certification, preferably 
Wilderness First Aid (note: successful candidates must obtain first aid 
certification prior to start date); **Navigation in remote areas with 
map, compass, GPS. Salary: $600/week plus legal benefits (EI, CPP and 
vacation pay). Food and accommodation (will include tent camping) are 
provided. Deadline: Sunday, 25 Apr 2010, 11:59 pm Atlantic time. Please 
send a resume and brief cover letter highlighting bird handling and 
field experience, plus the names and addresses of two references to 
BECKY WHITTAM (EM: bwhittam AT birdscanada.org). While Bird Studies 
Canada thanks all applicants, only those chosen for an interview will be 
contacted.

FISH AND WILDLIFE TECHNICIANS needed to assist the Florida Fish and 
Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) with a statewide survey for 
beach-nesting birds (least tern, black skimmer, gull-billed tern, and 
American oystercatcher) nesting on roofs in coastal Florida. Four 
positions are available and will be primarily based in Panama City, 
Ocala, Lakeland and West Palm Beach; however, the actual location may be 
dependent on the applicants hired. Although there is some flexibility, 
the ideal candidate would be available to start working 23 Apr 23 and 
continue through 1 Jul 2010. Responsibilities include surveying for 
nests, monitoring nesting pairs, and identifying bird species nesting on 
tar and gravel roofs. Candidates should preferably be working towards or 
have received a Bachelor's degree in wildlife biology/management or 
closely related field. Completed degree is preferred. Prior field 
experience with bird species is preferred. Experience using word 
processing and spreadsheets is needed. Candidate should have the ability 
to work independently; be organized; be able to travel out of town; be 
willing to work flexible hours and have a valid driver's license. Salary 
for this position is $12.92 per hour with a 40 hour work week. Review of 
applications begins immediately and will continue until positions are 
filled. To apply please fill out a State of Florida application and 
include contact information for three references and send to: RICARDO 
ZAMBRANO via email: (EM: ricardo.zambrano AT myfwc.com , FX: 
561-625-5129) or mail to: 8535 Northlake Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 
33412. Email is preferred. A State of Florida application can be printed 
out by going to the following webpage: (URL: 
https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/logon.htm). FWC is an Equal 
Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer. If you require an 
accommodation to participate in the application / selection process, 
please contact the hiring authority in advance.

MARBLED MURRELET SURVEY TECHNICIANS (Multiple) - Employer: Turnstone 
Environmental Consultants Inc. Location: Western Oregon. Job 
Description: Turnstone is currently hiring field surveyors and crew 
leaders to conduct surveys for the marbled murrelet, a threatened 
species of seabird that nests primarily in coastal old growth forests. 
Surveys will be on federal, state and private lands in Oregon. Marbled 
murrelet surveys follow a strict protocol, and surveyors will often be 
required to work odd hours of day and night, hike in the dark (sometimes 
long distances), endure inclement weather, and navigate forest terrain. 
These positions are considered full time seasonal. Housing is generally 
provided depending on the project, camping may sometimes be necessary 
but is not anticipated. Crews will be stationed in several coastal 
communities in western Oregon, a choice of stations may be available to 
those who apply early. Survey positions begin in mid Apr and run through 
Aug 5, with the possibility of an earlier start date and/or extension 
depending on project needs. Opportunities to work on other projects 
after the end of the murrelet season may be available for the excellent 
employee. Internships are also available! Qualifications: It is 
preferred that applicants have a B.S. degree in wildlife biology or a 
related field and a minimum of 1-year field experience. Marbled murrelet 
experience is preferred, but not required if the applicant has strong 
field skills and an interest in avian biology. A portion of the work is 
predawn, and can be physically and mentally demanding. Training and 
surveyor certification will be held in Northern California or Western 
Washington prior to the start date of surveys (late Apr 2010). 
Successful applicants will possess some or all of the following 
characteristics: 1. The ability to and a track record of working in a 
safe and efficient manner. 2. The ability and willingness to spend long 
hours in the field (often in inclement weather). 3. The ability to work 
odd hours, including early morning. 4. Good physical fitness and the 
ability to hike off trail. 5. Basic orienteering and map reading skills. 
6. The ability to navigate forest roads and operate a 4 wheel drive 
vehicle. 7. The ability to record accurate, legible and reliable field 
data. 8. The ability to work independently and in a team environment. 9. 
The ability to follow and/or give direction. 10. The ability to adapt to 
dynamic projects. 11. Applicants must have normal vision and hearing, a 
hearing test will be required before the start of surveys. Salary Range: 
1900$-2900$/month, plus a vehicle use stipend ($750.00/month) if a 
personal vehicle is used. Last Date to Apply: 5 May 2010, hiring occurs 
as application materials are received! Positions start on 18 Apr 2010. 
TO APPLY: please send a cover letter, three professional references 
(with appropriate contact info), and a resume to: (EM: jobs AT 
turnstoneenvironmental.com, URL: http://www.turnstoneenvironmental.com).

AVIAN RESEARCH TECHNICIANS (2) needed 1 May through 15 Jul for projects 
conducting surveys for riparian raptors in riparian habitats of the 
Verde River watershed, and San Pedro River, Arizona. Technician will 
conduct surveys of riparian raptors, and vegetation/habitat sampling of 
survey areas. Considerable traveling and camping will be necessary. 
Flexibility, a positive attitude, good physical condition, a tolerance 
of hot weather and long days that begin before dawn, are required. 
Preference will be given to energetic, detail-oriented candidates, with 
experience in identification of raptors by sight and sound. Knowledge of 
Arizona's raptors is preferred but not required, though ability to 
quickly learn to identify birds by sight and calls is essential. 
Applicants must have a valid driver's license. Pay is $11.00/hour, with 
$20 per diem when camping. Schedule will be a rotating schedule of 10 
days on and 4 days off. To apply, submit (email preferred) resume, cover 
letter, and contacts for 3 professional references to MATTHEW JOHNSON 
(EM: Matthew.Johnson AT nau.edu), Colorado Plateau Research Station, 
Northern Arizona University, Box 5614, Flagstaff, AZ, 86011, (PH: 
928-523-7764). Reference "Raptor Technician position" in the subject 
heading of the email.

FIELD TECHNICIAN / BIOLOGIST - ARCADIS US is seeking a Field Technician 
for the 2010 field season (Mar through Oct) for various projects within 
Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, 
Utah, and Wyoming. The successful candidate will: **Conduct and assist 
senior staff in performing avian and bat field surveys for various 
projects. **The as-needed, temporary position may be located in Denver 
or Lakewood, CO. **The position will require overnight travel; however, 
technicians will be compensated when required to travel away from their 
standard office location. **The position will commence on or around 15 
Apr 2010 and housing is not provided with this position. Position 
requirements include, but are not limited to: **Qualified applicants 
should be able to identify birds and bats of the Midwestern/western U.S. 
and possess good auditory and visual acuity. **Applicant should have 
excellent bird identification skills, and will be able to identify birds 
by both sight and call. **Applicants must be in excellent physical 
condition, able to work under adverse weather conditions, able to 
traverse uneven terrain with four-wheel drive or all-terrain vehicles 
for extended periods of time. **The ability to work both independently 
and with others is essential. Biologists will be trained by senior staff 
in regards to survey methodologies, confirming quality and accuracy of 
data recording, use of GPS receivers and software, safe and correct use 
of vehicles and equipment. **Minimum years of experience: 1 year 
**Education required: Bachelor's degree in wildlife biology / 
management, biological sciences, range management, or closely related 
field is required. **Special considerations, specific technical 
experience, skills, etc.: Selection of candidates will be based on 
previous experience in conducting bird surveys, ability to interpret and 
navigate via topographic maps, familiarity with GPS and experience in 
operating four-wheel drive trucks and ATVs. **A valid driver's license 
is required for biologists to be selected for this position and operate 
company vehicles. **Potential candidates should be well organized and 
self-motivated and perform duties independent of constant direct 
supervision. **Applications will be accepted until 1 May 2010 or until 
the position is filled. **Successful applicants will be required to pass 
a pre-employment screening process. **This position may require travel 
up to 75% to 100%. **A valid driver's license and clean driving record 
is required for this position. ARCADIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer 
M/F/D/V. SARAH RHODES, Environmental Recruiter (EM: sarah.rhodes AT 
arcadis-us.com), ARCADIS U.S., Inc., 630 Plaza Drive, Suite 100, 
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 (PH: 720.344.3884, Cell: 720.341.6946, FX: 
720.344.9760).