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ORNITHOLOGICAL FIELD TECHNICIANS (2) needed starting late-April or
mid-May through 5 August 2010 (approx. 2.5-3.5 months, starting date
flexible) for ongoing study investigating the influence of the
restoration of bottomland forest habitat on the breeding bird community
within the Cache River watershed in southern Illinois. Successful
applicants will assist primarily with searching for and monitoring bird
nests in bottomland forests (e.g. Acadian Flycatcher, Kentucky Warbler,
Louisiana Waterthrush, Wood Thrush, Northern Cardinal, and Indigo
Bunting. Technicians may also assist with a continuing long-term (16
years) study of the nesting success of Prothonotary Warblers and monitor
nest boxes, capture and band adult Prothonotary Warblers, and search for
individually marked birds returning from previous years. Qualifications:
Applicants must be willing to work long hours outside under a variety of
field conditions and live in a field station (provided) with other
assistants and graduate students. Applicants must have the ability to
work well independently and in groups. Applicants must possess a valid
driver's license. Preference will be given to applicants with prior
experience searching for, finding and monitoring bird nests. Preference
will also be given to applicants with demonstrated skill in using mist
nets to capture birds, and in handling and banding passerines. Rate of
Pay: $1200-1800/mo (based on experience). Application: Deadline for
applications is Wednesday, 31 March 2010. Please send via e-mail
(preferred; EM: jhoover AT inhs.uiuc.edu) or regular mail a cover letter
explaining your interest in the job and relevant experience, a resume,
and the names, phone numbers, addresses, and e-mail addresses of three
references to: Dr. JEFF HOOVER, Illinois Natural History Survey, 1816
South Oak Street, Champaign, IL 61820. Questions: contact JEFF HOOVER
(EM: jhoover AT inhs.uiuc.edu; PH: 217-244-2922).
FIELD RESEARCH TECHNICIANS NEEDED. The Avian Ecology Laboratory (AEL)
located on the campus of Weber State University, Ogden, Utah oversees
several shorebird and waterbird research projects at Great Salt Lake
each year. The AEL is looking for field technicians to assist with
population and behavioral studies of shorebird, waterbird and waterfowl,
including American Avocets, Long-billed Curlew, Snowy Plover, California
Gulls, White-faced Ibis and other breeding aquatic birds Fieldwork
begins 1 May 2010 and continues to early August. Seasonal field studies
involve considerable physical demands, such as frequent, extensive
travel on foot; and occasional exposure to adverse weather (cold/hot,
wet, windy, etc). Technicians must be in good physical condition and
anticipate the demands of each field trip. Research will require early
mornings (in the field from 6AM-1PM), and the ability to work
independently with little direct supervision. Some species such as Snowy
Plover can be difficult to observe so tenacity and patience is a must.
Previous nest searching experience, as well as fluency in Spanish, is
highly desirable. Mechanical repair skills would also be an advantage.
Duties include, but are not limited to: nest searching/ monitoring,
catching/banding birds, shorebird surveys, insect sampling, habitat
survey/vegetation sampling, and data entry. All applicants should have a
strong interest in assisting with scientific research in a team
atmosphere. Enthusiasm and attention to detail is a must. Compensation
is competitive, housing and travel compensation possible. E-mail a
letter of interest describing previous field research experience
(including non-bird), relevant course listings, specific dates of
availability, a resume, and contact information for three references to:
MONICA LINFORD (EM: monicalinford AT weber.edu).
AVIAN BIOLOGISTS (1-2) needed from approximately 20 April to 20 July to
assist with bird surveys and vegetation sampling in oak woodland,
conifer forest, and montane riparian areas in the Sky Island mountains
of northern Sonora, Mexico. This will be our second year of effort
estimating the distribution and abundance of breeding birds in the Sky
Island region. Applicants must have point count experience and the
ability to identify birds in the region by both sight and sound.
Experience with distance sampling, nest searching, and especially prior
experience with point counts in montane vegetation in southeast Arizona
or northwest Mexico is strongly preferred and ability to quickly learn
new songs and calls is required. Biologists should have the ability to
speak Spanish and English and be comfortable working with both Mexican
and American biologists and local landowners. Successful applicants will
spend long days hiking and navigating in remote field settings in the
mountains, begin work before dawn, and be rewarded by some of the most
scenic and least known places in northern Mexico. Applicants must be in
excellent physical condition, have a positive, can-do attitude, and be
capable of working well with others. Applicants must be willing to camp
where necessary and to carry a backpack with 1-2 days of provisions on
occasion. Pay range is from $2,100 to $2,500 per month DOE. To apply,
send a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience, a resume,
and names, emails, and phone numbers of three references to AARON FLESCH
(EM: aaron.flesch AT umconnect.umt.edu) or to Avian Science Center,
Division of Biological Sciences, University of Montana, 32 Campus Drive,
HS-104, Missoula, MT 59812. Please reference “avian biologist position”
in the subject heading of emails and call (PH: 406-243-2035) or email
questions.
FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (4) needed for continuation of long-term
studies of bird responses to fire and fuels management and riparian bird
community dynamics in the mountains of central Nevada. Primary
responsibilities include daily morning surveys (point counts) and
vegetation sampling at survey locations, mapping breeding territories of
focal songbird species, along with mistnetting and marking focal birds.
Excellent opportunity to explore these little-known, spectacular
mountain ranges (Shoshone, Toiyabe, Toquima, and Monitor) and to
interact with multidisciplinary teams of scientists and land managers.
Duration approximately six weeks (17 May through 2 July) with few days
off, but some afternoons free. Research assistants will work
independently and in small teams. Field vehicle provided, or use your
own 4WD vehicle and receive additional generous compensation for
mileage. Camping at field sites will be the norm, with occasional access
to small-town motels or Forest Service housing with hot shower and basic
kitchen facilities. Applicants must have demonstrable experience and
proficiency in identification of western birds by sight and sound;
bachelor’s or advanced degree in ecology or related field preferred.
Applicants must be in good physical condition, able to work
independently in rugged and remote locations, and willing to work long
hours as necessary. Applicants also must have good organizational
skills, including ability to collect and maintain accurate hard-copy
data records; a valid driver’s license with a good driving record and
off-road 4WD experience; current health insurance coverage; patience and
a sense of humor. Compensation approximately $3000, but negotiable and
dependent on experience. Send cover letter and resume or CV (with names,
telephone numbers, and email addresses of three references) to both
ERICA FLEISHMAN (EM: fleishman AT bren.ucsb.edu), University of
California, Santa Barbara, CA and DAVID DOBKIN (EM: dobkin AT
hderi.org), High Desert Ecological Research Institute, Bend, OR.
NORTHERN MICHIGAN VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANTS (2) needed from 24 May
through 16 July 2010. Assistants will be conducting behavioral
observations of birds in fruit orchards, documenting fruit loss to
birds, and measuring vegetation. Qualifications: Assistants must have
strong North American bird identification skills, ability to rise early,
and get along with other workers. Applicants must have a car—mileage
will be reimbursed--and binoculars, if possible. A $200 per week stipend
and housing will be provided at the Northwest Michigan Horticultural
Research Station in Traverse City, Michigan. To apply, email a letter of
interest and resume to: CATHERINE LINDELL, Michigan State University:
(EM: lindellc AT msu.edu). The resume should include information about
the applicant’s bird identification skills, a list of courses taken, and
full contact information for three work-related references. Applications
will be reviewed starting 26 Feb until the positions are filled.
HAWK COUNT INTERNSHIP POSITION – Wildlife Research Intern - Hawk
Migration Monitoring. Number of Positions: 1. Dates of Position: 15
August through 30 November 2010. Qualifications: Candidate must be a
competent, responsible researcher able to keep organized detailed
records of observations. Hawk identification skills or hawk count
experience is desired but not necessary. Student must learn hawk ID
before project begins. Internet and computer use skills required.
Knowledge of statistics is very useful for research project. Equipment
Needed: Good quality binoculars and hawk ID guides. The Center can
provide these if necessary. The intern will need his or her own car to
travel to the lookout each day. Responsibilities: Conduct daily hawk
count up to 6 days per week (weather permitting) at Bake Oven Knob in
Lehigh County, PA (about 20 miles northeast of Allentown). Record,
report, and analyze data; help publish results. Interact with visitors
to the site and educate them concerning hawk migration, identification,
and conservation. Optional: work with Hawk Mountain Sanctuary staff or
interns to complete a research paper to be published in American
Hawkwatcher. Compensation: $600 to $700 per month stipend (depending on
qualifications) plus housing. Housing: Lehigh Gap Nature Center (LGNC)
will provide housing in our Osprey House by the Lehigh River. The Center
will provide utilities/wireless internet but not television (intern can
elect to pay for this). Learn more about LGNC at (URL: http://lgnc.org).
NOTE: This project can be part of a student's undergraduate or graduate
research work at the discretion of the college/university. The student
may be matriculated and earning credits, on a leave of absence, or
post-graduate. How to Apply: Mail resume' to: Intern Program, Lehigh Gap
Nature Center, P.O. Box 198, Slatington, PA 18080. Email resume to:
(EM:lgnc AT ptd.net), (Word or ClarisWorks). Include any information
pertinent to wildlife research and hawk identification skills. Also
include a sample of your writing, preferably a research paper.
Applications being accepted any time after 15 January 2010. Early
applicants will have best chance of being accepted for internship.
Position may be filled before deadline. Application deadline: 15 May
2010. Wildlife Center Background Summary: The Wildlife Information
Center/Lehigh Gap Nature Center is a nonprofit, member-supported,
wildlife conservation organization based on its Lehigh Gap Wildlife
Refuge in eastern Pennsylvania. Our mission is preserving wildlife and
habitat through conservation, education and research for the benefit of
the earth and all its inhabitants. Our program includes original
research projects, educational activities, and a major habitat
restoration project at Lehigh Gap. The internship program bridges the
gap between our research and education efforts. The Bake Oven Knob Hawk
Count is part of our Kittatinny Raptor Corridor Project in which we are
monitoring the vital signs of the migration corridor that Hawk Mountain
has made famous, and working to insure the integrity of the corridor for
the future. See our web site, (URL: http://www.lgnc.org) for more
information.
FIELD TECHNICIAN – Employer: University Of Minnesota. Dates of
Employment: Approximately 5 April - 22 May 2010. Location: Pine County,
Minnesota. Duties: Conduct Singing-ground Surveys (SGS) for American
Woodcock (Scolopax minor). Assist with experiments to determine the
effective distance surveyed at an SGS point. This is a wonderful
opportunity to study a little-known game bird in a beautiful part of
Minnesota. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in wildlife, natural
resources, biology or related field. Hearing ability within normal range
(hearing will be assessed upon hire). Positive attitude, good work ethic
and ability to collect high quality data. Previous field experience
preferred. Must have a valid driver’s license. Salary: $10/hr + free
housing. To Apply: Send a brief cover letter as well as a resume with 3
references by e-mail to contact below. Last Date to Apply: 22 February
2010 (Interviews will start on 2/23). Contact: STEFANIE BERGH, Minnesota
Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit (EM: bergh072 AT umn.edu, PH:
406-581-4718).
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE POST DOC in global change biology, Oregon State
University, posting #0005221, Influence of climate and land-use change
on bird species distributions – Position Summary: The Department of
Forest Ecosystems and Society is recruiting for a full time (1.0 FTE),
12-month, fixed-term Research Associate Post Doc position. The focus of
this study is to develop species distribution models for terrestrial
birds at regional and continental scales in North America. Co-supervised
by an interdisciplinary team of computer scientists, spatial and
behavioral ecologists, the incumbent will utilize computer-based and
mathematical modeling to examine interacting effects of land-use and
climate change on patterns and rates of change in species distribution.
The work is funded by National Science Foundation’s Cyber-enabled
discovery and innovation (CDI) program and will be conducted in
conjunction with projects at OSU involving the Smithsonian Migratory
Bird Center, Cornell Lab of Ornithology, the Andrews Experimental Forest
and Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) site, Hubbard Brook
Experimental Forest and LTER, and the US Forest Service Laboratory for
Applications in Remote Sensing and Ecology. Required Qualifications: (1)
A Ph.D. in ecology or a related discipline (2) A strong publication
record, particularly in the field of animal ecology and climate change
(3) Strong quantitative skills (4) A working knowledge of Geographic
Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing applications (5) Excellent
oral and written communication skills. For review of the full position
announcement, or to apply: (URL: http://oregonstate.edu/jobs) and
posting #0005221. For additional information, contact DR. MATTHEW BETTS
(PH: 541-737-3841, EM: matthew.betts AT oregonstate.edu) or DR. JULIA
JONES (PH: 541-737-1244, EM: jonesj AT geo.oregonstate.edu) or DR.
WENG-KEEN WONG (PH: 541-737-4544, EM: wong AT eecs.oregonstate.edu). You
will be required to upload the following documents when applying: 1)
letter of application with statement of interest, 2) vitae (resume), 3)
three examples of your publications, and 4) names, email addresses, and
telephone numbers of three references. For full consideration apply by 1
March 2010. For questions regarding the application process, email
JEANNETTE HARPER (EM: jeannette.harper AT oregonstate.edu, PH:
541-737-6554). OSU is an AA/EOE GREATER
SANDHILL CRANE FIELD ASSISTANTS needed to work with a graduate student
in the final year of a three-year project studying the demography of
greater sandhill cranes nesting in the high desert of northeastern
Nevada (primarily Elko County). Cranes that breed in northeastern
Nevada, south-central and southwestern Idaho, and extreme northwestern
Utah are assigned to the Lower Colorado River Valley population of
greater sandhill cranes, and are the least abundant of the migratory
populations of sandhill cranes. One position is available to start in
early April and last through mid-July, 2010; two positions start early
May and last until early to mid- July (end dates are negotiable).
Housing will be provided at the Nevada Department of Wildlife office in
Elko, and a vehicle will be provided for work duties. This is a
cooperative project between Nevada Waterfowl Association, Nevada
Department of Wildlife, and Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge. DUTIES
will include surveying study area for cranes, walking several miles a
day to search for and monitor nests, gathering nest data including
vegetation and water measurements, colt searching, obtaining biometric
measurements from colts, attaching radio transmitters on colts and
monitoring colts via radio telemetry, colt banding, and capturing and
banding adult cranes using rocket-netting and other various methods.
Assistants will receive training and extensive experience in all aspects
of field work. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a
strong work ethic, the ability to work in both a team environment and
independently, ability to work long hours (expect to work 6 ten-hour
days each week) in difficult and variable field conditions (windy, wet,
cold, muddy, hot, buggy), ability to accurately and efficiently collect
data in the field, and the ability to communicate effectively with
private landowners. A positive attitude, the ability to walk several
miles each day, and a valid driver’s license is required. Successful
applicants must also be willing to spend time camping in remote field
settings for extended periods, without internet or phone. Some time will
also be spent during the field season at Ruby Lake National Wildlife
Refuge, with housing provided. Preference will be given to applicants
that have prior wildlife field experience, are pursuing or have
completed an undergraduate degree in a wildlife-related field, have a
strong interest in wetland wildlife ecology and population dynamics,
have a high regard for collecting quality data, and have an interest in
pursuing an advanced degree. Prior experience with radio telemetry and
collection of habitat and biometric measurements is a plus. Salary is
$1500/mo with housing provided. Applications must be received by 15
March to be considered, but review of applications and filling of
positions will begin immediately. Send cover letter, resume and contact
information for three references (name, title, phone number, & email
address) in a SINGLE word document to CHAD AUGUST at the University of
Nevada, Reno to (EM: augustc2 AT unr.nevada.edu).
WHOOPING CRANE REINTRODUCTION INTERNSHIPS: Duties: Assist in rearing and
care of whooping crane chicks at Necedah National Wildlife Refuge,
Wisconsin. Initial training provided at International Crane Foundation.
Assist in release and monitoring of cranes in Central Wisconsin during
fall. Duration: 7-8 months: April/May-November 2010. Stipend: $600 per
month. Lodging provided. Qualifications: Required: Bachelor’s degree in
biology or conservation, willingness to work outdoors at any time of day
and any day of week, ability to work silently while wearing a crane
isolation-rearing costume for prolonged periods and function safely
while looking through face mesh of low visibility, valid driver's
license and good driving record. Desired: Experience in aviculture.
Sponsor: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Contact: DR. RICHARD URBANEK
(EM: richard_urbanek AT fws.gov, PH: 612/804-0959). To Apply: EMAIL (1)
cover letter stating your interest in the project, (2) resume, (3) copy
of college transcripts, AND (4) the names, email addresses, and phone
numbers of three references to Dr. Urbanek. Applications accepted until
positions are filled.
BIOLOGIST, Full-time - Benefited – Estimated Date of Hire: April 2010;
Application Deadline: 1 March 2010. Summary: The Wild Center is seeking
an innovative and experienced animal care Biologist to care for a
diverse collection of native animals located in the heart of a six
million-acre state park in upstate New York. The living collection
represents about 70 species and includes North American River Otters,
Timber Rattlesnakes, raptors, waterfowl, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and
insects. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: *Diet preparation and
general husbandry; *Life support system operation, maintenance and water
quality testing; *Knowledge of operant conditioning and enrichment
techniques; *Maintaining exhibit aesthetics; *Interpretation including
daily public programs and interaction with museum guests; *Collection
and transportation of specimens; *Quarantine/disease recognition and
control; administering treatments/medications under the direction of the
Curator and Veterinarian.; *Record keeping; *Work with other
Interpretive Staff members to research, develop and create activities,
special programs and temporary exhibitions to support annually changing
interpretative themes. Supervisory Responsibilities: *Supervises and
trains seasonal interns and volunteers as assigned. Qualifications: *Two
years of paid animal husbandry experience in a zoo, aquarium or science
museum; *Experience with a wide variety of taxonomic groups with an
emphasis on birds and mammals; *Must be comfortable and skilled in
public presentation both in small and large group settings and enjoy
working in a fast-paced creative and supportive team environment;
*Excellent personal and customer service skills; self-starter, creative,
enthusiastic, and positive attitude are all essential.; *Basic
carpentry, plumbing, and electrical skills are useful; *requires some
outdoor work. *Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Please send a cover
letter and resume to: DAVID GROSS, The Wild Center, 45 Museum Drive,
Tupper Lake, NY 12946 (Electronic files preferred – EM: dgross AT
wildcenter.org, PH: 518-359-7800 x 116). The Wild Center is an Equal
Opportunity Employer
FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT- LOUISIANA (1 position) The Coastal Bird
Conservation Program is seeking one field research assistant for
state-wide surveys of beach-nesting birds on the coast of Louisiana.
Work will begin during the first week of May and continue through mid to
late June. Housing and a weekly salary of $300-$325 will be provided
depending on experience. The focus of the work will be locating
beach-nesting bird species, nests and young, including Snowy and
Wilson’s Plovers, American Oystercatchers, and Least Terns. Research
assistants will also record data on habitat and human-created
disturbance. Surveys will be conducted on foot. Research assistants will
work long hours, usually 6 days a week, weather permitting. Individuals
must be comfortable riding in small boats/airboats in order to access
islands. Individuals must be self-motivated, responsible, and
adventurous, in good physical condition, like working in teams, enjoy
walking many miles at remote locations, and be able to tolerate hot
summer temperatures on the Gulf of Mexico. Individuals will be required
to keep organized field notes, complete various data forms and perform
some data entry. Research assistants will receive training in survey
techniques, GPS use and digital photography. Plover/tern/shorebird
experience preferred. Must have own waterproof binoculars (10x 42
preferred). Valid drivers license and own vehicle required for travel
between work sites. Cost of gasoline will be reimbursed for travel
between work sites. Please send 1) letter of interest 2) resume 3)
names, email addresses and phone numbers of 3 references to MARGO
ZDRAVKOVIC (EM: MargoZ AT Coastalbird.org). The review of applications
is ongoing and will continue until position is filled.
FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT- FLORIDA KEYS- (1 position) The Coastal Bird
Conservation Program is seeking one field research assistant for a
breeding biology study of Wilson’s Plovers in the Florida Keys. Work
period will begin in mid April and continue until mid to late July.
Housing and a weekly salary of $300- $325 will be provided depending on
experience. The focus of the work will be locating and monitoring
Wilson’s Plover nests and broods throughout the Florida Keys. Monitoring
will be conducted on foot. Research assistant will assist with banding
of Wilson’s Plovers and receive training in surveying, monitoring and
nest location techniques, GPS use and digital photography. Research
assistant will work long hours, usually 6 days a week, weather
permitting. This study requires a patient individual who will enjoy
spending hours locating, observing and recording data on Wilson’s
Plovers adults and young. Individual must be self-motivated,
responsible, in good physical condition, like working independently, and
be able to tolerate hot summer temperatures in the Florida Keys.
Individuals will be required to keep organized field notes, complete
various data forms and perform some data entry. Plover/shorebird
experience preferred. Housing is dormitory type, air-conditioned with
shared kitchen and laundry facility. Must have waterproof binoculars
(10x42) preferred. Valid drivers license and own vehicle required for
travel between work sites. Cost of gasoline will be reimbursed for
travel between work sites. Please send 1) letter of interest 2) resume
3) names, email addresses and phone numbers of 3 references to MARGO
ZDRAVKOVIC (EM: MargoZ AT Coastalbird.org). The review of applications
is ongoing and will continue until the position is filled.
CERULEAN WARBLER TECHNICHIAN, Temporary/Seasonal Positions, Agency:
Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Location: Daniel Boone National
Forest. Job Description: Technicians (2) are needed to work on a project
examining the response of avian communities to silvicultural treatments
in the Daniel Boone National Forest - Cumberland Ranger District in
Eastern Kentucky. Qualifications: Technicians should have the ability to
identify birds visually and auditory, as well as work independently in
the field. Nest searching, point counts, spot mapping, and vegetation
surveys will be conducted. Technicians must be familiar, but preferably
experienced, with all aspects of data collection, especially nest
searching and vegetation identification. Early mornings in the field
with long days and weeks expected. The Cerulean Warbler is a species of
special concern and is one of the fastest declining warbler species in
eastern North America. This project is part of a multi-state
collaboration addressing the response of Cerulean Warbler and other
forest-dependent species to silvicultural practices. Work will begin mid
April 2008 and continue through 30 June 2008. Housing will be provided
with a salary of $2,500- $3500 dependent upon experience. Salary:
2500-3500 DOE for whole season. Last Date to apply: 1 March 2010.
Contact: ANDREA EVANS (Email preferred – EM: mqcp AT iup.edu, PH:
814-771-8366).
BIOLOGICAL FIELD TECHNICIANS (10) needed to conduct bird surveys for the
Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory’s (RMBO) Regional Monitoring Program
(URL: http://www.rmbo.org/v2/web/science/bpm.aspx). Project dates: late
April - late July. Positions available in 12 states including Arizona,
Colorado, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma,
South Dakota, Texas, Utah, and Wyoming. Field work covers a vast range
of elevations and habitats; including, grassland, sagebrush, riparian,
tundra, aspen and coniferous forests. Technicians will be expected to
attend one of two training workshops prior to beginning field work. Upon
successful completion of training, technicians will work independently
conducting bird surveys and completing data entry. The standard work
schedule will be ten days on/four days off. Technicians must be able to
identify all western and some eastern birds by sight and sound upon
completion of training, and should expect to hike off-trail regularly in
steep, rugged terrain, sometimes under difficult conditions. Overnight
backcountry travel may be required for some positions. Positions will be
filled as suitable applicants are found. Qualifications: Identification
of western birds by sight and sound, experience with point-counts
(especially point transects), western tree and shrub ID, backcountry
hiking/backpacking, and navigation (w/ maps, compass, and GPS) is
preferred. Primitive camping, often without phone service or facilities,
will be required. A valid driver's license, personal vehicle, proof of
auto insurance, binoculars, camping gear, a strong work ethic, and
enthusiasm are required. Monthly salary of $1800-$2500 DOE plus mileage
and a modest lodging stipend (reimbursed). Please e-mail a cover letter
including dates of availability and desired work location(s) as well as
a resume with at least three references (email preferred) to: (EM: jobs
AT rmbo.org); Attn: Science Division, Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory,
230 Cherry Street, Suite 150, Fort Collins, CO 80521.
SWALLOW BIOLOGY FIELD RESEARCH INTERNS (3+), Cornell University – Become
part of a network of field biologists working across the Western
Hemisphere: the Golondrinas de las Americas (Swallows of the Americas;
URL: http://golondrinas.cornell.edu/) network is seeking student interns
to work at sites in Canada from early May to mid-July, 2009. Field
Responsibilities: Interns will be trained on-site by a field supervisor
(a former intern) and work with 1-2 local students. The primary
responsibilities of the interns involve monitoring the breeding success
of swallows in 100 nest boxes in accordance with a standardized
protocol, which includes daily field work, clear record-keeping, and
prompt data entry. Additional duties include maintaining and upgrading
nest boxes and searching for swallow nests in natural cavities. Research
Responsibilities: There are options for university research credits for
undergraduate interns. Interns can develop their own research proposal
(a question of interest and proposed methods to answer it) and present
this at a nearby university or field station and, upon return, at their
home university. Interns will be encouraged to use their proposals to
apply for research grants awarded within the Golondrinas network and/or
to remain in the network in subsequent years as field supervisors at
other research sites. Qualifications: Applicants must have a
demonstrated interest in environmental biology (or a related field).
Previous coursework in biology required. Prior field experience
desirable, but not essential. The ability to work, live, and communicate
well with others under rigorous and remote conditions is essential.
Compensation: travel, housing, and small stipend provided. To apply:
Send application materials via email to CAREN COOPER (EM:cbc25 AT
cornell.edu). A complete application includes a cover letter, CV or
resume, and names and contact information for two professional references.
WATERFOWL TECHNICIANS (2-3) needed starting mid-June 2010 to assist with
a study focusing on the molting ecology of Barrow's Goldeneyes near
Peace River, Alberta. One (1) 4-month position will be available through
Ducks Unlimited Canada, and two (2) 6-month positions will be available
contingent upon successful application to the Science Horizons
Internship program. While the DUC position is open to everyone,
applicants wishing to be considered for one of the 6-month internships
must be a Canadian citizen 30 years of age or younger, have graduated
from a post-secondary institution, and not have held a Science Horizons
Internship previously. Responsibilities will include the capture and
marking of Barrow's Goldeneyes using drive trapping techniques,
monitoring foraging efforts and locations using radio telemetry, and
estimating molting populations through visual surveys. Applicants must
currently hold or be willing to obtain a pleasure craft operator card,
and must have a current driver's licence. Experience with radio
telemetry, waterfowl identification, motor boat operation and canoes is
preferred, but not required. Applicants should be enthusiastic about
taking part in shared living conditions, and must be willing to help
with camp chores such as cooking, cleaning, and equipment maintenance.
Transportation to/from the field site, as well as food and accommodation
during the field season will be provided. All positions will pay
$2200/month. Please send a cover letter and CV with 3 references to:
DANICA HOGAN, Centre for Wildlife Ecology, Department of Biological
Sciences, Simon Fraser University, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby BC V5A
1S6 (EM: danicah AT sfu.ca ).
SIX (6) AVIAN RESEARCH TECHNICIANS needed for songbird and habitat
surveys in Nevada's backcountry between 12 April and mid-July 2009 for
Great Basin Bird Observatory. Half season appointments are also
possible. Duties include bird surveys via point counts and area
searches, vegetation surveys, and data entry. Qualifications needed
include experience identifying western birds by sight and sound; ability
to collect field data under challenging conditions (heat, cold, remote
sites); familiarity with western flora; working knowledge of MS Excel
for data entry; valid drivers license and experience driving 4wd
vehicles. Training workshop for all survey protocols will be provided,
but prior bird identification skills a must. Applicants must be in good
physical condition, as long hours in field will be required in sometimes
difficult terrain. Ability to work independently and in remote locations
is a must. Compensation: up to $2200/month (depending on experience). A
reliable vehicle, preferably 4-wheel drive, is a plus. Mileage
reimbursement will be provided for private-vehicle use, as will
satellite phones for use in case of backcountry emergencies. Housing
will be provided in some areas, but remote camping will also be required
on a regular basis. To apply, please call or email Great Basin Bird
Observatory (PH: 775-323-4226, EM: ballard AT gbbo.org). Please be
prepared to submit your resume and references.
AVIAN POINT COUNT SURVEYOR – Two temporary positions are available to
assist with an ongoing study of population demographics of grassland
birds. Field sites are located on wildlife management areas, refuges,
waterfowl production areas across southern Nebraska. The primary project
objective is to develop predictive models that will assist in adaptive
management actions for game and non-game birds alike. Successful
applicants will gain experience in many of the field techniques used in
avian research and have the opportunity to work and interact with
graduate students conducting innovative science at this site. Field work
and data collection for the project will involve point count surveys for
birds and vegetation analysis throughout much of Nebraska requiring
considerable time spent in the field. Successful applicants must be
highly motivated, with a strong work ethic, a passion for field work,
excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in
collaboration. Experience with avian point count surveys, and GPS are
required. Familiarity with radio telemetry, GPS, GIS, nest searching,
and banding techniques are preferred. The field camps are remote,
primitive and may require tent-living (employee must provide own tent).
Must be willing to work before sunrise and in harsh weather conditions.
Valid driver’s license required. The project runs from ~15 April and
ends ~20 July. Employees expected to work 40 hrs/week at $
$12.208-$13.429/hr depending on experience. Hours may vary. No benefits.
Position is grant funded. Application deadline: 8 Mar 2010. TO APPLY:
Please send as a PDF or Word attachment a letter of interest describing
your experience, your resume and the email addresses and phone numbers
of 3 references to: CHRISTOPHER JORGENSEN (EM: cjorgensen AT
huskers.unl.edu).
FIELD TECHNICIAN needed to assist with investigation of resource use,
demography, and movement of black-backed woodpeckers in the Black Hills
region of South Dakota. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to
assist with a radio telemetry study starting in early May and ending in
late August 2010. Work includes radio tracking, nest monitoring, and
re-sighting marked individuals. Proficiency working with birds,
knowledge of radio-telemetry techniques, and a demonstrated ability to
work alone and under difficult field conditions is essential. Work will
be full-time. Housing and an hourly wage of $10.00/hr is provided.
Please send a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for 2
references (name, phone, and email) to CHRIS ROTA (EM: bbwotech AT
gmail.com). I will begin contacting qualified individuals for interviews
the week of 22 February 2010. After that date, the position will remain
open until filled.
DOCTORAL STUDENT POSITIONS in animal navigation at University of
Oldenburg, Germany. We are currently offering a doctoral student
position in a new BMBF focus group investigating learning mechanisms in
the brain: Our contribution to this consortium is focused on "Celestial
compass learning: behavioral and neuronal mechanisms" (for the first
years, the focus will be on behavioral experiments combined with some
neuroanatomy). You should be (1) interested in the area of bird
navigation mechanisms and learning mechanisms in general; (2) willing to
learn and use many different techniques spanning from behavioral
observation to molecular biology; (3) aware that a good Ph.D. project
requires hard work and personal dedication; (4) speaking reasonably gut
English. Experience in behavioral biology, hand-raising of animals, and
histology techniques (behavioral molecular mapping (like ZENK) including
cryo-cutting, staining, etc.) would be advantageous. A masters level
education in natural sciences is mandatory. The group is located at the
University of Oldenburg, Germany and will be part of a Bernstein center
of excellence consisting of five groups, one in Oldenburg, one in
Berlin, one in Bremen and two in Bochum. These collaborations will give
you access to a very wide range of superb modern equipment, techniques
and expertise. Our working group is also member of the DFG
Forschergruppe "Dynamic and stability of retinal processing" and of the
international graduate school "Neurosensory sciences". Therefore, you
will become part of a larger team working closely together on related
questions. For more information about our group, see (URL:
http://www.member.uni-oldenburg.de/henrik.mouritsen/). If this sounds
interesting to you and if you are 1) in the top 20% of students in your
cohort, 2) if you are seriously interested in the position, and 3) will
be able to show up for a personal interview in Oldenburg, please send an
application including your CV, names and addresses of at least two
references knowing you well, and university and high school certificates
as soon as possible to PROF. DR. HENRIK MOURITSEN, IBU, Carl von
Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg, D-26111 Oldenburg, or to email address:
(EM: henrik.mouritsen AT uni-oldenburg.de) We will start looking at the
applications as soon as they arrive, and will keep looking until the
position is filled. Our ideal starting date would be as soon as possible.
BIRD BANDING/RINGING EXPERIENCE in the Peruvian Amazon–Fauna Forever
(URL: http://faunaforever.org) in association with the Center for
Ornithology and Biodiversity (CORBIDI, URL: http://corbidi.org), both
not-for-profit organizations working in Peru, are happy to announce that
we will be running a series of bird banding courses in the Tambopata
National Reserve located in the Amazon rainforest of south-eastern Peru.
The courses will take place at the Explorer's Inn, an ecolodge and
research station in operation since 1975 located close to the town of
Puerto Maldonado, and home to 599 species of birds - a world record in
its time. The courses are led by expert, certified banders and are
designed to appeal to both amateur and up-and-coming professional
birders, students, field researchers and conservationists who are
interested in attaining or improving their Neotropical bird
identification, handling, banding/ringing, data collection and
processing techniques. Dates: Course 1: 2 -10 April 2010; Course 2: 28
May - 5 June 2010. Costs: US$1,000 per person; A limited number of
scholarships, enough to cover 50% to 90% of the course fees, are
available to promising candidates from around the world. To apply,
please send us (along with your application form) a cover letter
explaining your interest in the scholarships, a copy of your Curriculum
Vitae, and the name of two people we can contact for a professional
reference. Application Form: (URL:
http://birdringingforever.org/pdf/BRF%20Application%20Form%201.0.doc
Send completed forms to: (EM: apply AT birdringingforever.org). Note:
Deadline for applications is one calendar month before each course. More
information: For more information about these bird banding/ringing
courses, please visit us here: Website: (URL:
http://birdringingforever.org). Facebook: search Bird Ringing Forever
Twitter: (URL: http://twitter.com/ringingforever).
VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANTS NEEDED IN PERUVIAN AMAZON RAINFOREST – Fauna
Forever, a Peruvian not-for-profit organization, announces the opening
of volunteer field assistant positions on its flagship initiative Fauna
Forever Tambopata (FFT, est. 1997) - a long-term environmental
monitoring project based in the biodiversity-rich region of Tambopata in
the Amazon rainforest of south-eastern Peru. The FFT project team, led
by a dedicated group of biologists and conservationists from Peru, USA,
UK and South Africa, are currently looking to take-on a number of field
assistants to help with avifauna data collection (using mist-nets,
banding/ringing, and timed point counts) and subsequent data analysis.
The following project phase dates (each 40 days long) are available:
Phase 10.2: 10 Mar - 18 Apr 2010; Phase 10.3: 24 Apr - 02 Jun 2010;
Phase 10.4: 08 Jun - 17 Jul 2010; Phase 10.5: 23 Jul - 31 Aug 2010;
Phase 10.6: 06 Sep - 15 Oct 2010; Phase 10.7: 21 Oct - 29 Nov 2010.
Note: Field assistants from the international community (outside of
Peru) must cover their in-country accommodation, food and transport
costs (US$1,950-2,650). These costs vary depending on the season, as
accommodation is provided by private ecolodges and research stations in
Tambopata. AIMS - The overall aims of the FFT project are: (i) to
understand and monitor the natural and human-mediated fluctuations in
animal and plant populations in the Tambopata region of south-eastern
Peru; (ii) to contribute to the conservation of the area's exceptional
biodiversity; and (iii) to train the next generation of tropical
rainforest ecology experts. The FFT project is also affiliated to
TReeS-PERU, a Peruvian not-for-profit organization, and to the Tambopata
Reserve Society (TReeS), a UK charity (Charity No. 298054). For more
information about the project and associated costs and conditions,
please visit our websites (URL: http://faunaforever.org,
http://faunaforevertambopata.org) or contact us directly (EM:
faunaforevertambopata AT yahoo.com, EM: mail AT faunaforevertambopata.org).
FIELD BIOLOGISTS FOR MIGRATION MONITORING STUDY – BioResource
Consultants, Inc. seeks experienced raptor and passerine bird surveyors
to conduct line transect, point count, and bird use studies in the
mountains of eastern Nevada. Work environment includes sagebrush to
subalpine communities. Responsibilities include daily travel to remote
survey locations involving 4x4’s/ATVs, and hiking; recording
presence/absence and behavior of migrating/resident birds; data entry
and management (Excel). Additional tasks may include long-distance line
transect bird surveys, radio-tracking sage grouse, elk, and deer, and
managing bat acoustic monitoring equipment. Wilderness skills a plus;
some overnight camping required. Housing provided near study area.
Minimum qualifications include: (1) at least a BS or BA in wildlife
science, ecology, biology or related field, (2) demonstrated experience
identifying raptors and other western birds by sight and sound, (3)
attention to detail in recording, transcribing and entering data
(Excel); (4) experience navigating with GPS units and maps; (5) be
physically fit, able, and willing to work long hours under potentially
harsh environmental conditions in remote locations; (6) ability to work
cooperatively with others under sometimes stressful conditions; (7)
valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Additional
experience desired includes ATV and 4 X 4 use in rugged terrain;
experience towing and backing trailers; and First Aid training. We are
looking for “field-tested” biologists who feel comfortable in remote
wilderness settings and can respond safely and appropriately to the
rigors of field biology. Field work expected to begin in March, 2010.
Wage commensurate with experience, up to 50 hours per week expected.
Housing and field vehicles provided, plus modest travel stipend. Please
submit cover letter and resume (including the names, titles and e-mail
addresses of 3 references) to: DR. ED WEST, BioResource Consultants,
Inc., PO Box 72706, Davis, California 95616. (EM: ewest AT biorc.com)
EXPERIENCED BIRD RESEARCHERS – The University of New Brunswick is
looking for experienced bird researchers for a project studying
Bicknell’s Thrush in remote north-central New Brunswick. The successful
applicants will be working in dense regenerating balsam fir stands, with
an early start to the day (4:00 a.m.), so a good sense of humor and
enjoyment of the outdoors are important. Applicants should feel
comfortable removing birds from mist nets, handling, and sampling them
(claws, feathers, blood), searching for nests, as well as scribing. We
will also be searching for nests using radio transmitters, and setting
up video monitoring equipment on the nests. The field season will begin
25 May, and will end early August. We will work 8 hours/day, five days a
week, with the exception of rain days. The wage is $10/hr (works out to
about $1600/mth) and we work for 2.5 months. Room and board is included,
but successful applicants will need to provide their own transportation
to Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada. We will be staying near the
research site, in a large (heated) army tent. To apply please contact
HUBERT ASKANAS via e-mail (EM: k439e AT unb.ca).
FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT- FLORIDA PANHANDLE (1 position) The Coastal
Bird Conservation Program is seeking one field research assistant for a
disturbance study and monitoring of beach-nesting birds on the Florida
Gulf coast (panhandle area). Work will begin in mid to late May and
continue until early August. Housing and a weekly salary of $300-$325
will be provided depending on experience. The focus of the work will be
locating and monitoring beach-nesting bird species, nests and young,
including Snowy and Wilson’s Plovers, American Oystercatchers, and Least
Terns, and documenting disturbance and predation. Work will involve some
signing and posting of nesting sites. Monitoring will be conducted on
foot and by UTV. Research assistants will work long hours, usually 6
days a week, weather permitting. This study requires a patient
individual who will enjoy spending hours locating, observing and
recording behavioral and disturbance data on beach-nesting birds.
Individuals must be self-motivated, responsible, and adventurous, in
good physical condition, like working independently and in teams, enjoy
walking many miles at remote locations, and be able to tolerate hot
summer temperatures on the Gulf of Mexico. Individuals will be required
to keep organized field notes and complete various data forms. Research
assistants will receive training in survey and monitoring techniques,
UTV operation, GPS use and digital photography. Plover/tern/shorebird
experience preferred. Must have own waterproof binoculars (10x 42
preferred). Valid drivers license and own vehicle required for travel
between work sites. Cost of gasoline will be reimbursed for travel
between work sites. Please send 1) letter of interest 2) a resume 3) the
names, email addresses and phone numbers of 3 references to MARGO
ZDRAVKOVIC (EM: MargoZ AT Coastalbird.org). The review of applications
is ongoing and will continue until position is filled.
FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANTS. Applications are invited for 2 field research
assistant positions as part of an exciting study of Painted Bunting
migration funded by the National Science Foundation through Oklahoma
Biological Survey and the University of Oklahoma Department of Zoology.
We welcome applications from experienced field assistants with a solid
background in ornithology and interests in songbird migration and
ecology. Preference will be given to candidates that are physically fit
, have full color vision, and are experienced in mist netting, nest
searching, nest monitoring, and caring for captive birds. The position
is offered for 3 months, commencing May 2010. Work will be near Lawton,
OK. Group housing will be provided and salary will be $1500 per month.
To apply please submit the following information to MR. ANDREA CONTINA
(EM: andrea.contina AT ou.edu): (1) Full CV including your home address
and all contact details; (2) Cover letter explaining your motivation and
interest to this research and why you would be a good candidate for the
position; and (3) Three references with full contact information.
Closing date for applications is 15 March 2010. Additional information
about the Painted Bunting research can be found at (URL:
http://students.ou.edu/C/Andrea.Contina-1/PABU.html)
FIELD ECOLOGIST – Great Ecology and Environments, Inc. was established
in 2001 and is the only ecological consulting firm in New York City. We
are a small business specializing in terrestrial and aquatic ecology
related to biological surveys, ecosystem restoration and design, and
environmental permitting. Our clients include the public and private
sectors as well as not-for-profit organizations. For more information
about our firm visit our website: (URL: http://www.geeinc.net). We are
seeking a Wildlife Ecologist/Field Ecologist to assist with an ongoing
avian monitoring project near West Islip, NY on Long Island. This
monitoring is ongoing and will last through 15 July. This could become a
permanent position for the right candidate. Salary is commensurate with
experience and education. Interested applicants should send a cover
letter and resume to (EM: jobs AT geeinc.net). The successful applicant
will need to be extremely versatile. . Requirements: **Experience
performing avian field work; and **Ability to work alone in varied
conditions. Preferred qualifications: **Report writing; **Biological
surveys; **Permit preparation; **Wetland delineation; **GIS; **Database
management; **Varied field experiences; **GPS and GIS experience;
**Regulatory background, preferably in New York and New Jersey;
**Computer savvy; and **Graphical capabilities. Salary is commensurate
with experience and education. Interested applicants should send a cover
letter and resume to (EM: jobs AT geeinc.net).
VOLUNTEER BANDING ASSISTANT REQUIRED for a very busy Migration
Monitoring Station in Ontario, Canada – A long term volunteer is
required for the spring and fall seasons in 2010 (early April – early
June, and mid August – mid November) to help with the banding and
migration monitoring program at Prince Edward Point Bird Observatory
(PEPtBO) in Ontario, Canada. The Observatory is located on the north
shore of Lake Ontario, 125 km east of Toronto (it is 30 km to Picton,
the nearest town). All the operations are carried out within the Prince
Edward Point National Wildlife Area which is a part of the local IBA.
Duties will include helping the Bander-In-Charge with carrying out the
daily field protocol (banding + recording), data entry, some light
maintenance around the building/netting area, greeting visiting birders
and some other light duties as required. PEPtBO adheres to the NABC
guidelines when banding and follows a standardized protocol, we operate
19 passerine nets plus a J-trap and 6 ground traps daily (plus in the
fall an additional 7 hawk nets). Very large numbers of migrants can
occur within this area and up to 700 birds can be banded in a day
although 1-200 is more normal. Just over 15,000 birds of 121 species
were banded at this single station in 2009, and 260 species and forms
have been observed at the observatory over the last ten years. A strong
work ethic is required for this job as we operate for seven days a week
during each of the banding seasons. The normal daily routine involves
opening the nets at sunrise, a half-hour daily census, with the banding
and casual observations continuing until six hours after sunrise, there
will also be one hour (or more) of data entry in the afternoon and the
daily log will be filled out daily. The rest of the afternoon and
evening is free time. In the fall, a Northern Saw-whet Owl banding
program also takes place at night, from mid-September to the end of the
season and up to 1550 owls have been caught in a season. The owl banding
takes place for a minimum of four hours each night, and we usually band
all night long in two shifts, weather permitting. A volunteer who can
cover all or most of a full season (either spring or fall or both) would
be preferred. Food and basic accommodation is provided on site at the
observatory which has most modern amenities. Qualifications: this is a
very demanding position and we are looking for people experienced with
banding (i.e. have banded or ringed more than 1000 birds) and, although
the following is not mandatory, they will preferably have some knowledge
of identification of eastern North American birds. This position is open
to people from anywhere and training will be given to bring people up to
standard. If you are interested, please send a resume with your banding
experience (including details of your banding/ringing permit #) and
contact information for two references, to the station manager DAVID
OKINES (EM: davidokines AT aol.com) ASAP. The PEPtBO website is (URL:
http://www.peptbo.ca).
PAID BIRD SURVEY POSITIONS (3) available for South Dakota’s Breeding
Bird Atlas II. One position available approximately 3 May – 23 July, two
positions approximately 17 May – 23 July. Main duties will be to search
atlas blocks for evidence of breeding birds using standard atlas
procedures, conduct special surveys, and data entry. After an initial
training period, atlaser will work independently in their assigned
blocks. Work entails considerable interactions with landowners and long
hours. Salary $2050/mo plus mileage reimbursement and lodging stipend.
Ornithology class or equivalent experience is required. Ability to
identify breeding birds by sight and sound in at least one of South
Dakota’s biomes (Great Plains grasslands, western grasslands/sagebrush,
eastern forests, prairie wetlands, or Rocky Mountains), excellent
hearing and birding skills, and ability to read and follow maps are
required; atlasing or bird survey experience are a plus. A valid
driver's license, personal vehicle, proof of auto insurance, and decent
binoculars are required; camping gear strongly recommended. Internships
are also available for those looking to gain experience. Send cover
letter stating interest, resume, available dates, and names, phone
numbers, and email addresses of three references to (EM:
Sdatlascoordinator AT rmbo.org) Applications due by 5 March 2010;
positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found.
GRASSLAND BIRD TECHNICIANS (6-8), Pennsylvania – will be hiring 6-8
field technicians to assist me in the second year of my PhD research on
grassland bird community response to habitat manipulation at two
ridge-top sites in west-central Pennsylvania. Currently, crews are
clearing several hundred acres of scattered shrubs and we will be
assessing changes in survival, apparent return rates, and population
sizes for these areas. This is a rare opportunity to work on a
large-scale manipulative research project. As a field tech you will
assist me in capturing (via playback) and banding adult and nestling
Grasshopper, Henslow’s, Savannah, and Vesper Sparrows on these reclaimed
strip-mine grasslands. We will also be nest-searching and monitoring,
and resighting color-banded birds to estimate population sizes. We will
be working in hot weather with limited shade, and we will be starting
the days very early. Most weeks we will just work 5 days, but they will
be full days. You’ll be an employee of the Cooperative Fish and Wildlife
Research Unit at Penn State and paid $10.00 per hour. You will be housed
in Clarion or Bellwood, PA and work vehicles will be provided.
Requirements: You must have good vision and hearing, a valid driver’s
license, and an enthusiastic interest in ecology, evolution, and birds.
You should have a willingness to learn, work as part of a team, and
preferably have some avian handling experience. I am looking for
self-reliant, self-supervised, and dependable individuals. Those
interested in grad school or a career in the wildlife sciences are
especially encouraged to apply, as my goal is to prepare you to conduct
your own research. Especially qualified individuals hired for this
project may be given additional leadership responsibilities. You will
need to be in Pennsylvania around 9 May and the position will end by 1
August 2010. This will be hard work, but we will have a good time as
well: swimming and eating BBQ at a nearby state park and lots of ice
cream. I will begin interviewing and hiring applicants immediately as I
receive applications. Send me (via email) a cover letter and your resume
with complete contact information for yourself and 2 or 3 references by
5 March 2010. Please denote your relationship (i.e., former boss or
professor) to each of your references. JASON HILL (EM: jmh656 AT
psu.edu). The Ecology Program, The Pennsylvania State University, (PH:
814-865-0772).