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Paid
Field Ecology Research Interns
B4Warmed Overview:
Northern Minnesota is a focal point of potential climate warming
impacts because it sits at the transition between boreal and
temperate forest biomes. B4WARMED (Boreal Forest Warming at an
Ecotone in Danger) is a unique manipulative experiment that warms
plants and soil in the field to examine tree seedling and
germinant response to warming with respect to physiology,
phenology, growth, and survival. For more information about the
lab and the project visit our webpages.
Position overview:
We seek independent and mature undergraduate or newly graduated
students with a background or interest in biology, ecology,
environmental science, forestry, or a related field for paid field
research internships. Openings start in the middle/end of March.
Start dates for the openings are flexible and up for negotiation.
On average an internship lasts about 4 plus months with the
possibility of extending it until end of the growing season and
beyond. Typical work days are eight hours Monday through Friday,
however some tasks require early morning, evening, or weekend
work. A valid driver's license is required. Personal vehicles
helpful but not required. Successful hires will work through
variety of tasks with primary focus on tree biometric,
ecophysiological and ecological measurements and data collections
in the field with occasional site maintenance, laboratory work and
treatment implementation. The intern will work in an individual
and team setting. Consequently, a maturity to work autonomously
often with long hours is required.
Responsibilities:
Work independently to collect biotic and abiotic data in field and
laboratory settings in accordance with established protocols
Measure plant growth, physiology, and phenology
Measure soil characteristics and processes
Data entry using Excel and Google drive
Implement rainfall reduction treatment
Routine maintenance of field sites, field instruments, and
research equipment, including a Licor 6400xt.
Lab work includes data entry, biomass assessments and leaf area
analysis
Aiding principal investigators and graduate students as needed.
Desired qualifications: 1) Eagerness to work hard in an outdoor
setting. 2) Capacity to collect data following established
protocols. 3) Familiarity with plant and tree species of northern
Minnesota. 4) Willingness to work well and play well with others
and live in remote area with others and/or alone. 5) Curiosity and
passion for the natural world. 6) Flexibility to adapt to a
frequently changing schedule. 7) Demonstrated ability to work
under changing weather conditions with large swarms of insects.
Research sites:
Field work will be split between research sites at the Cloquet
Forestry Center in Cloquet, and the Hubachek Wilderness Research
Center near Ely, MN. Both research sites are in beautiful forested
settings and provide access to the natural areas of northern
Minnesota including the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. An
individual's home base will be at either of these locations,
though travel between sites will be required depending on project
needs. University vehicles are used for such travel. On-site
housing with furnishing and a kitchen will be available.
Application:
Applications will be reviewed as they come and potential
candidates will be contacted for a phone interview. Please send
cover letter (including available working dates), one-page resume,
and contact information for two references electronically to:
Raimundo Bermudez
bermu019@umn.edu
Department of Forest Resources
University of Minnesota
St Paul, MN 55108 USA
Posted 3/28/24
REU
Position in Bee Ecology at UC Davis
The Crone Lab at UC Davis is inviting applications for an REU
(Research Experience for Undergraduates) position for summer 2024.
In the Crone Lab, we study the population ecology of wildflowers,
bees, and butterflies, including demography, phenology, movement
ecology, habitat use, and ecological theory. Current research in
the "bee wing" of the lab group involves field-based surveys as
well as the laboratory rearing of bumble bee colonies. The REU
student will design and execute an independent project within the
lab's "bee wing" under the guidance of PhD Student Sylvie Finn.
This position will be based in Davis, CA with possible travel to
the California coast and Sierra mountains for field research. This
position is ideal for undergraduates majoring in ecology,
entomology, biology, or related disciplines with interest in
pursuing a graduate degree. No prior research experience is
required.
Details:
- REU student will earn a stipend of $6,500 over a ten-week period
- Flexible start date between May or June 2024 (ending after 10
weeks)
- Housing in Davis is not provided
To apply, please email a statement of purpose (detailing your
interest in this research and relevant experience or coursework),
resume, and names and contact information for two professional
references to srfinn@ucdavis.edu with the
subject line "Crone Lab REU 2024". Review of applications will
begin April 15th and will continue until the position is
filled.
Posted 3/28/24
Forest
Ecology Field Technicians
The University of Notre Dame Environmental Research Center
(UNDERC: https://underc.nd.edu)
and the Swenson Lab (www.swensonlab.com) are
searching for multiple field technicians to conduct tree sampling
and mapping at the UNDERC field station located in Land O' Lakes,
Wisconsin. The work involves sampling leaves from the canopy of
trees using throw lines for measurements of leaf function and the
spatial mapping of previously tagged trees in a large forest plot.
Previous experience working in the northwoods and/or in plant
identification are useful, but are not required. A willingness to
work in challenging field conditions and an interest in working in
a diverse team are expected. The positions are open to upper-level
undergraduate students and post-baccalaureate students. The wage
for the positions is $15/hr. Housing on the UNDERC property will
be provided free of charge. Residents on the property stay in
modern housing with kitchens and prepare their own food. The
positions should begin by June 1 and can last until the end of
September, but it is anticipated that some individuals will need
to leave earlier in order to begin the fall semester at their
institutions.
Interested individuals should contact Dr. Nathan Swenson (nswenson@nd.edu)
as soon as possible.
Posted 3/28/24
New
England Aquarium Summer Internships
The New England Aquarium is currently recruiting for our summer
internship cycle. We are currently seeking candidates for:
Giant Ocean Tank Intern (Must have completed 25 logged dives and 5
within the last calendar year)
Freshwater Gallery – Aquarist Intern
Penguin Colony Intern
Temperate Gallery – Aquarist Intern
Tropical Gallery – Aquarist Intern
Yawkey Coral Reef – Aquarist Intern
Audio Visual Technology Intern
Dive Operations Intern (Must have completed 25 logged dives and 5
within the last calendar year)
Development/Grant Writing Intern
Information Technology Intern
Marketing and Communications Intern
Volunteer Programming Intern
For more information, please visit https://serve.neaq.org/intern!
Please feel free to pass this along, and if you have any questions
you can reach out to intern@neaq.org.
Charlotte Pension
Career Exploration Specialist at the New England Aquarium
Posted 3/26/24
Summer
Internship Opportunity - Cold Regions Research and Engineering
Laboratory - Soil Microbiology
The Soil Microbiology Group at CRREL in Hanover, NH, USA is
seeking a highly-motivated student intern to join an
interdisciplinary research team investigating microorganisms in
cold regions soils, including permafrost. The student will
participate in preparing samples for experimentation, conducting
experiments, and generating and analyzing complex datasets. The
student will conduct a standalone research project that fits
within the scope of ongoing research. Specifically, the student
will contribute to investigations of the effects of permafrost
thaw on microbial community structure and function as well as
plant-microbe interactions in cold regions. The student will be
responsible for proper documentation of methods and data as well
as contributing to reports and local research presentations. The
student should exhibit a strong ability to collaborate with an
interdisciplinary team. Candidates with experience studying
microbial activity in soils are preferred.
Qualifications: Position only open to U.S. citizens. The student
must be at least in their junior year pursuing a BSc/BA in
Microbiology, Environmental Microbiology, Environmental Science,
Biology, Molecular Biology, or Soil Science. Graduate level
candidates are preferred. Qualified students are amenable to
learning soil and microbiological protocols and then conducting
them independently, driven to synthesize and document research
findings, and enthusiastic to contribute to the team.
Appointment: This is a funded internship that is expected to last
10-12 weeks. Anticipated start date in late May or early June
2024.
To apply, submit a cover letter describing research experience and
goals and a CV as a single pdf by April 8, 2024 to:
Robyn A. Barbato, PhD
US Army ERDC-CRREL
72 Lyme Road Hanover, NH 03755
robyn.a.barbato@erdc.dren.mil
About ERDC/CRREL: The U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development
Center (ERDC) is one of the most diverse engineering and
scientific organizations in the world. ERDC provides high quality,
responsive engineering and environmental research and development
support to the Army and Nation. As part of the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers team, ERDC develops innovative science and technology
solutions to support warfighting, infrastructure, environmental,
water resources and disaster operations. It consists of seven
laboratories at four geographical sites in Vicksburg, MS;
Champaign, IL; Hanover, NH; and Alexandria, VA. ERDC employs more
than 2,000 engineers, scientists and support personnel. For more
information on our organization, please visit our website at http://www.erdc.usace.army.mil/
Posted 3/26/24
KFBRP
is hiring mosquito field associates
We are hiring! Please see link below.
https://www.conservationjobboard.com/job-listing-mosquito-field-associate-hanapepe-hawaii/7697023967
Dr. Lisa "Cali" Crampton
Program Manager
Kauai Forest Bird Recovery Project
PO Box 27 (USPS mail) or 3751 Hanapepe Rd (courier packages)
Hanapepe HI 96716
808.335.5078 (o); 808.631.6761 (m)
Posted 3/22/24
Wetland
Technician at Bird Haven Ranch (UC Davis)
Description: We are seeking field technicians to assist in a
project analyzing the effects of wetland management regimes on
mosquito control, moist-soil seed production, and wetland bird
diets at Bird Haven Ranch in Butte City, CA during summer 2024.
The technician would work with a highly interdisciplinary team of
UC Davis ecologists and entomologists (John Veon [Graduate
Student]; John Eadie, Daniel Karp, and Sharon Lawler [Professors])
as well as wetland managers and practitioners. Field
responsibilities will include collecting and helping to analyze
samples of aquatic macroinvertebrates, water quality measurements,
moist-soil seed abundance and biomass, fecal matter from waterfowl
and flycatchers for eDNA diet assessments, as well as conducting
wetland vegetation assessments. After a training period, the
technician will learn to identify macroinvertebrates accurately to
family (genus and species when possible) and sort them
appropriately; identify moist-soil seeds to family (genus and
species when possible) and sort them appropriately and help to
derive biomass estimates; enter data into spreadsheets and develop
protocol write-ups as needed.
Fieldwork will begin approximately in mid- to late May. However,
the arrival date for the successful applicant is somewhat flexible
(early to late May), but early May is preferred. The technician
will work within a consistent daily schedule as deemed by the
project team, although some days may be longer or shorter, but
averaging a 40-hour work week. The technician will be provided
with accommodation at no charge at Bird Haven Ranch in Butte City,
CA (no rent or associated bills to pay). The housing facility has
cell reception with most providers, cable TV, and Wi-Fi internet
access. The technician will share the lodge with other university
researchers. No pets. All work will be completed on the ranch and
ATVs will be provided.
Qualifications: Applicants must have a positive attitude and be
able to work with farmers, ranchers, hunters (the ranch is a
hunting property), members of the California Department of Fish
and Wildlife, and members of the Mosquito Vector and Control
Association of California. Applicants, at times, must be capable
of working alone with little supervision. A valid driver's license
is necessary and experience driving a 4x4 vehicle is a plus.
Preference will be given to those who can participate in all
aspects of field collections, those that have prior field
experience and experience identifying macroinvertebrates, and
those that have an ability to work in heat (as deemed safe by
university standards).
Project Dates: The successful applicant will report in early to
late May 2024 and will work through late September 2024. There may
be some down time before the project gets started. However, we
will involve the technician in project preparation.
Salary: Approximately $19-$26 per hour (based on experience),
housing is provided but field crews purchase and prepare their own
food.
Application Materials: Please e-mail a single PDF of a cover
letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references to
John Veon at jtveon@ucdavis.edu. The
subject header of the e-mail should read "Integrated Wetland
Management Technician Application". The initial review date is April
11th, 2024. However, we will begin the interview process as
applications are received and the application period will remain
open until the position is filled. At present, two technicians are
needed, but three applicants will possibly be hired.
Posted 3/22/24
Paid
Research Internships. Trinidad, West Indies
Paid Research Internships - The Guppy Project
Research interns are needed to assist in a multi-disciplinary,
multi-investigator, experimental study of the evolution of species
interactions in Trinidad, West Indies. The research is led by
Professors David Reznick (University of California, Riverside),
Joseph Travis (Florida State University), Tim Coulson (University
of Oxford), and Ron Bassar (Auburn University). We seek to
integrate multiple biological fields for the study of these
interactions in experimental populations of guppies and killifish
in Trinidad. Duties include assisting in monthly censuses of guppy
and killifish populations in montane streams and helping to
execute experiments in on-site artificial streams. The monthly
censuses include long hours in the field and laboratory.
Interns will be required to spend a minimum of 3 months in
Trinidad, with possibility of extension, and/or promotion to field
site manager. There are potential start dates in February 2024 and
every month thereafter until November 2024. We will pay a monthly
stipend ($700 USD per month for first time interns), cover travel
(up to $900 USD), and provide housing.
Qualifications: We seek interns who are entertaining the
possibility of pursuing graduate studies in some area of ecology
and evolution and who wish to gain some additional field research
experience before doing so. Research will take place in
semi-remote areas of Trinidad, sometimes under bad weather
conditions. Applicants must be able to live and work well with
others. Research will involve carrying heavy packs over slippery
and steep terrain. Applicants must be in good physical condition
and be able to meet the demands of field research under these
conditions. Ability to drive a standard transmission vehicle is
desirable but not required. Applicants with first-aid/first
responder training, skills in automobile maintenance, and
construction skills are highly desirable. Please address these
skills when applying.
Please see our website <www.theguppyproject.weebly.com>
for more information on the project and access to reprints. Be
sure to check out our video menu, which includes a "guppy
censuses" as submenu VII. It details the main tasks associated
with the internship.
Applicants should send a cover letter, CV, and the names and
e-mail addresses of three or more professional references to David
Reznick (gupy@ucr.edu).
At least two of the references should be academics.
Posted 3/20/24
NSF
REU: Ecology and Management for Resilient and Adapted Forests
Are you or is someone you know interested in conducting
undergraduate research in forest biogeochemistry, biometrics,
ecology, ecophysiology, entomology/pathology, genetics, or
silviculture this summer? The Mississippi State University
Department of Forestry has nine openings for students in the
summer 2024 Ecology and Management for Resilient and Adapted
Forests Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program
funded by NSF. Applications are due April 19, 2024 through
the NSF Education and Training Application (https://etap.nsf.gov/award/6575/opportunity/8988).
To be eligible for this REU program, you must be (1) at least 18
years old, (2) entering or returning to an undergraduate degree
program in Fall 2024, and (3) a U.S. citizen or permanent
resident.
Students will work with faculty mentors to develop independent
research projects that can help identify best management practices
for managing resilient forest ecosystems that produce multiple
ecosystem services in the southeastern United States. Students
will carry out high-quality, interdisciplinary research in a
collegial environment, and will present the results of their work
at the Mississippi State University Undergraduate Research
Symposium in early August 2024. Students interested in publishing
their work can work with their mentor(s) to achieve that goal. In
addition to research, students and mentors will participate in an
orientation and weekly seminars (e.g., scientific writing and
communication, data management and analysis, diversity in and
philosophy in science, topics in forest science), and engage in
other extracurricular activities that help build community among
REU students and their mentors.
The program will run from the beginning of June to mid-August and
will be based out of the Mississippi State University campus in
Starkville, MS. Students will receive a $700/week stipend for 10
weeks, free on-campus housing, an allowance for meals, and some
travel and research funds. For more information about the REU
program, please visit https://www.forestry.msstate.edu/reu
or contact the REU program coordinators, Dr. Ashley Schulz (ash.schulz@msstate.edu)
and Dr. Adam Polinko (adam.polinko@msstate.edu).
Posted 3/19/24
Wetland
Technician at Bird Haven Ranch (UC Davis)
Description: We are seeking field technicians to assist in a
project analyzing the effects of wetland management regimes on
mosquito control, moist-soil seed production, and wetland bird
diets at Bird Haven Ranch in Butte City, CA during summer 2024.
The technician would work with a highly interdisciplinary team of
UC Davis ecologists and entomologists (John Veon [Graduate
Student]; John Eadie, Daniel Karp, and Sharon Lawler [Professors])
as well as wetland managers and practitioners. Field
responsibilities will include collecting and helping to analyze
samples of aquatic macroinvertebrates, water quality measurements,
moist-soil seed abundance and biomass, fecal matter from waterfowl
and flycatchers for eDNA diet assessments, as well as conducting
wetland vegetation assessments. After a training period, the
technician will learn to identify macroinvertebrates accurately to
family (genus and species when possible) and sort them
appropriately; identify moist-soil seeds to family (genus and
species when possible) and sort them appropriately and help to
derive biomass estimates; enter data into spreadsheets and develop
protocol write-ups as needed.
Fieldwork will begin approximately in mid- to late May. However,
the arrival date for the successful applicant is somewhat flexible
(early to late May), but early May is preferred. The technician
will work within a consistent daily schedule as deemed by the
project team, although some days may be longer or shorter, but
averaging a 40-hour work week. The technician will be provided
with accommodation at no charge at Bird Haven Ranch in Butte City,
CA (no rent or associated bills to pay). The housing facility has
cell reception with most providers, cable TV, and Wi-Fi internet
access. The technician will share the lodge with other university
researchers. No pets. All work will be completed on the ranch and
ATVs will be provided.
Qualifications: Applicants must have a positive attitude and be
able to work with farmers, ranchers, hunters (the ranch is a
hunting property), members of the California Department of Fish
and Wildlife, and members of the Mosquito Vector and Control
Association of California. Applicants, at times, must be capable
of working alone with little supervision. A valid driver's license
is necessary and experience driving a 4x4 vehicle is a plus.
Preference will be given to those who can participate in all
aspects of field collections, those that have prior field
experience and experience identifying macroinvertebrates, and
those that have an ability to work in heat (as deemed safe by
university standards).
Project Dates: The successful applicant will report in early to
late May 2024 and will work through late September 2024. There may
be some down time before the project gets started. However, we
will involve the technician in project preparation.
Salary: Approximately $21-$24 per hour (based on experience),
housing is provided but field crews purchase and prepare their own
food.
Application Materials: Please e-mail a single PDF of a cover
letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references to
John Veon at jtveon@ucdavis.edu. The
subject header of the e-mail should read "Integrated Wetland
Management Technician Application". The initial review date is April
11th, 2024. However, we will begin the interview process as
applications are received and the application period will remain
open until the position is filled. At present, two technicians are
needed, but three applicants will possibly be hired.
Posted 3/19/24
Summer
research technician - grassland birds in NY
Highlights:
Creative and innovative research environment
Novel research in renewable energy ecology
Diverse team of collaborators
Fieldwork throughout New York State
Competitive, rate: $15.00 - $19.00 / hour, depending on experience
level (~3 month project timeline)
Background:
In New York, socioeconomic and political forces continue to
bolster renewable energy development throughout the state, yet
wildlife managers have limited information with which to manage
wildlife resources amid this rapid energy transition. New York's
Accelerated Renewable Energy Growth and Benefit Act includes goals
for 70% renewable energy by 2030 and an 85% reduction in
greenhouse gas emissions by 2050; these targets largely will be
met with solar energy. Scientific knowledge of interactions
between solar energy development and grassland bird conservation
and management is lacking. Grassland birds are one of the most
imperiled groups of birds in North America. In New York, grassland
birds as an aggregate of species have emerged as a high priority
conservation interest to natural resource managers and their
conservation partners due to their precipitous declines associated
with loss of grasslands, shifting agricultural practices,
reforestation, and climate change. Solar energy development may
have direct (i.e., mortality) and, more so, indirect effects on
grassland birds, namely displacement and habitat loss. Solar
energy is anticipated to directly compete with grassland bird
conservation because grassland bird habitat—flat and contiguous
open areas—also is optimal for solar development. The NYSDEC has
funded a study to determine effects of solar energy development
decisions on grassland bird species in New York and thereby to
guide avoidance and minimization measures that reduce negative
impacts of solar energy production on grassland birds. We also
will assess current mitigation measures for grassland birds and
solar energy development and the feasibility of co-location of
grassland bird conservation and solar energy at multiple
spatiotemporal scales.
Position description:
We seek one field technician position for this collaborative
research project to study effects of solar energy development on
breeding grassland birds in New York State. The technician will
take part in the following research activities in and around solar
facilities: 1) avian point count and spotting mapping surveys, 2)
deployment of bioacoustic sampling units, 3) sampling of grassland
bird food resources, and 4) characterization of vegetation
communities. The field technician will collaborate with Tim
Boycott and Trifosa Simamora, PhD students in the Department of
Natural Resources and the Environment at Cornell University, and
will interact widely with agency, academic, and private sector
partners.
Qualifications:
We seek enthusiastic and independent applicants with:
A bachelor's degree in wildlife ecology/related field OR
equivalent work experience in wildlife conservation studies.
Current undergraduate students with relevant coursework and field
experience are also encouraged to apply.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to
follow established protocols and data collection procedures.
Physical ability to conduct long hours of fieldwork in sometimes
harsh conditions.
Valid driver's license.
Experience conducting avian field surveys. Grassland bird survey
experience preferred.
Ability to identify birds of the eastern U.S. by sight and sound.
To apply:
Submit a brief cover letter, detailing your interest in the
position and relevant background experience, and current
resume/C.V. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. We
encourage interested applicants to submit materials promptly.
Submit all materials as a single PDF to Tim Boycott tjb278@cornell.edu
and Trifosa Simamora tis25@cornell.edu.
Additional information:
Renewable energy ecology at Cornell: https://cals.cornell.edu/steve-grodsky
USGS New York Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit: https://www1.usgs.gov/coopunits/unit/NewYork
NYSDEC Strategy for Grassland Bird Habitat Management and
Conservation 2022-2027: https://extapps.dec.ny.gov/docs/wildlife_pdf/gbirdstrafinal.pdf
Posted 3/19/24
Summer
job opportunity in Alaska
Bret-Harte Lab at University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) is seeking
a summer lab (+ field) assistant. We are interested in how climate
change affects vegetation and carbon balance in arctic tundra
ecosystems.
This is primarily a labwork position. The main tasks are grinding,
weighing, and preparing plant and soil samples for analysis in the
lab, plus fieldwork at the Toolik Field Station (TFS;
www.toolik.alaska.edu), 170 miles north of the arctic circle in
Alaska in late June for about two weeks (and possibly one more
time in August or September).
Qualifications:
- Minimum two semesters(or equivalent) of college-level lab
experience
- Detail-oriented lab work skills without cross-contamination and
understanding in lab safety
- Willingness to learn and perform the assignments by following
the instructions
- Ability to work in a small team or independently but ask
questions if necessary
- Accurate record-taking skills and responsible work ethics
- Ability to work in various field conditions (e.g. coldness,
rain/snow, lots of mosquitoes)
- Ability to carry heavy field equipment (30-40 lbs) during hiking
over tundra for about one hour
- Ability to work in a field longer than 10-12 hours per day
(sometimes)
- Need a valid US driver's license with a clean driving record
- Provide own outdoor clothing/shoes/rain gear (including rain
boots) and bug protection (net/bug shirt)
- Follow the safety protocols and coronavirus safety procedures
that TFS requires
- Provide own insurance with emergency evacuation coverage (We
will provide information on how to obtain this insurance, which is
not expensive)
Preference:
- Previous fieldwork experience or relevant experience in Alaska's
backcountry
- Knowledge in Alaskan plants, especially tundra species
- Work 40 hours/week from mid-May to September (or August)
Benefits:
- $13/hour for lab work or $520/week for fieldwork as a stipend
- Improving your lab skills and gaining fieldwork experience
- Flexible time for lab work
- Opportunity to work based on TFS, which supports arctic ecology
studies in various disciplines and hosts both national and
international researchers
- Transportation between UAF and TFS as well as room and board at
TFS are provided
Not included:
- Transportation/housing in Fairbanks
- Air flights from/to Fairbanks (if coming from out of town)
Students interested in a career in ecology, wildlife biology,
botany, natural resources management, or Alaskan/Northern studies
are encouraged to apply. Recent graduates/graduating seniors are
welcome.
Please submit a resume and three references (name, email, and
phone number) to Kyoko Okano at kokano@alaska.edu. Review of
applications will commence within a week and remain open until the
position is filled. Please contact us with any questions.
Posted 3/16/24
Abella
Conservation Ecology Lab at UNLV hiring for summer 2024
The Abella Conservation Ecology lab (Dr. Scott Abella, Associate
Professor, School of Life Sciences) at the University of Nevada
Las Vegas is hiring several field and lab positions for summer
2024. Please check out https://abellaappliedecologylab.wordpress.com/about-us/opportunities/
We are taking applications throughout March and anticipate
beginning interviews late March into early April. Open positions
are listed by project type or location and the open positions
available for that project.
California/Nevada, Dryland soils/soil ecology (1 project, 2-3
positions)
Soil sampling and laboratory processing (stationed in Las Vegas
(UNLV); in collaboration with Dr. Nicole Pietrasiak's lab at
UNLV). Interviews are anticipated to occur Monday, April 1 in the
afternoon, Tuesday, April 1 in the afternoon, and Thursday, April
4 in the morning.
-1-2 Field and laboratory technician(s) (must meet minimum
qualifications; see below), $3,500-$3,800/mo, 2-6 mo June - July
2024, possibility of extension after review and depending on
funding
-1 Early career field and laboratory technician, $20/hr, up to 400
hrs, July-August 2024
Plants/plant ecology (2 projects, up to 8 positions)
Grand Canyon (2 locations, North and South rims)
Grand Canyon, North Rim rare plant surveys (stationed at North
Rim; NPS housing/camping)
-2 Field technicians positions (must meet minimum qualifications;
see below), $3,700-$3,900/mo, 3 mo, June - August 2024
Grand Canyon, South Rim rare plant surveys (stationed in Las
Vegas; camping)
-2 Field technician positions (must meet minimum qualifications;
see below), $3,700-$3,900/mo, 2 mo, June - July 2024
-1 Early career greenhouse/laboratory technician, $20/hr, up to
400 hrs, July - August 2024
Southwestern Utah, pinyon-juniper plant community surveys
(stationed in Las Vegas)
-1 Project Manager, $4,500-$4,700/mo, 4 mo to start (June -
September 2024) and up to 12 mo; possibility of extension to up to
24 mo after review and depending on funding
-1 Botanist/Field technician position, $4,000-$4,100/mo, 4 mo,
June - September 2024
-1 Field technician (plants), starting $3,500-$3,600/mo, 4-6 mo,
June - September (November) 2024
Activities and responsibilities differ among available positions.
Minimum qualifications for all field positions:
-A current and valid U.S. state driver's license and no personal
at-fault accidents during the last 3-5 years
-For full-time monthly salaried positions, a Bachelor's degree in
the sciences, biology, ecology, environmental science,
microbiology, or a related degree. If a degree is in another field
but you have outdoor or biology fieldwork experience, please
inquire before applying. Individuals working to complete a
Bachelor's will be considered for full-time hourly wage positions
-Outdoor experience hiking off trail cross country across uneven
terrain; field navigation using map, compass, GPS, or other
navigation software; hiking and camping potentially in adverse
weather conditions
-Field work experience such as data or sample collection in a
field/outdoor setting (1 year)
-Some plant identification (plant guides, online resources), soil
survey or assessments, OR soil microbial ecology experience,
depending on the position applying to
-Some science laboratory experience (academic, professional)
-Computer experience, including data entry using data management
programs (e.g., Microsoft Office, Open Office, Google products,
etc.)
Preferred qualifications differ for each position. Please review https://abellaappliedecologylab.wordpress.com/about-us/opportunities/
To submit applications:
Please provide a resume or CV and a brief letter of interest
highlighting your relevant background and skills as they pertain
to the position(s) of interest. Please note to which position(s)
you are applying in your letter. Please do not include references.
References will be requested if your application is selected for
further review. Applications from applicants meeting the minimum
requirements will be shared with Project PIs.
Email applications to lindsay.chiquoine@unlv.edu.
Include in the subject line Research Assistant spring/summer 2024
for field technician positions, Botanist/Field technician 2024 for
the Utah Botanist positions, or Project Manager 2024 for the Utah
Project Manager position, otherwise your email will be missed.
Full-time positions are either hourly without benefits or
temporary-limited Letter of Appointment salaried positions with
benefits that include healthcare. All positions require mandatory
participation in the FICA Alternative Plan, as per the university
policies. Please review these before applying on the UNLV website.
For all positions, the applicant must be willing to be in email or
phone communication sometime during the last two weeks of May 2024
to initiate the contract process. For all positions, the applicant
must report to campus on or before Monday, June 3, 2024 on a
business day to present personal identification in person
following the Federal I-9 form to complete contract initiation.
Before applying, review climate conditions for the region of
interest: southern NV, southeastern CA, southwestern UT, or
northwestern AZ. We strongly encourage reviewing rental
availability or investigating living situations for the Las Vegas
area before applying to positions stationed in Las Vegas. We
cannot guarantee a schedule that accommodates individuals desiring
to be stationed out of town. Visits to UNLV and the lab will be
required for personnel.
Posted 3/16/24
Summer
2024 Field Research Assistant - Pollination Ecology
The Crall Lab in the Department of Entomology at the University of
Wisconsin-Madison is hiring two full-time (40 hr/wk, starting at
$16/hr) field assistants for summer 2024 (starting in May). Field
assistants will work on two research projects investigating
pollination in cranberry and cucumber agriculture. Both projects
will utilize camera traps developed by the Crall lab to monitor
bee visitors to flowers and evaluate pollination services by
quantifying pollen deposition or measuring fruit and seed set. No
prior field or research experience is required.
Day-to-day responsibilities will include, but are not limited to
the following:
- Drive to field sites (both around Madison and in Central WI ~2
hours North of Madison)
- Set up and maintain pollinator camera traps
- Observe pollinators visiting flowers and identify them to
morphospecies
- Organize and enter data into spreadsheets
- Conduct single pollinator visits to flowers
- Dye and count pollen grains
- Assess fruit and seed set
- Feeding and care for bumblebees
Qualifications:
- Valid US driver’s license and ability to gain driver
authorization from UW Risk Management (details here)
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills and the
ability to stay focused on repetitive or tedious tasks
- Coursework or interest in ecology, biology, entomology, or
related fields
- Ability to work independently and in teams
- Ability to work outside in summer heat and humidity,
occasionally for long days
- Please note: we do not provide housing.
To apply, email your CV to Olivia Bernauer at ombernauer@wisc.edu
with “Summer 2024 Field Assistant” as the subject line.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting April
1 and the job will remain open until the positions are
filled.
Posted 3/15/24
Summer
Field Technicians in Mammoth Lakes, CA
Whitebark Institute is recruiting two seasonal Field Technicians
to perform and help manage field surveys, largely related to
forestry, for the Eastern Sierra Climate and Communities
Resilience Project (ESCCRP) on the Inyo National Forest that
surrounds the Town of Mammoth Lakes, CA. They will also assist
with wildlife surveys, help prepare for implementation of fuels
reduction/forest thinning treatments, and support community
outreach and education efforts including events and other
engagement with visitors and residents. The ideal candidates will
be proactive, adaptable, detail-oriented, and be able to work
safely and productively in remote field settings under adverse and
varied environmental conditions, including inclement weather and
rugged terrain. A full job descriptoin can be found here: https://www.whitebarkinstitute.org/get-involved/employment
Posted 3/14/24
Fire
Ecology Internship - Missoula, MT
Fire Ecology Internship - currently recruiting a seasonal
technician-level position to support a research project about the
influence of burn season and climate on fire-caused tree
mortality. The focus is on smaller trees to help inform decisions
about prescribed burning in the western US. This opportunity is
located in Missoula, Montana at the US Forest Service, Rocky
Mountain Research Station Fire Sciences Laboratory. For more
details and to apply see: https://zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/USDA-USFS-RMRS-2024-0072
Posted 3/14/24
Now
hiring: Seeds of Success positions with Chicago Botanic Garden
Chicago Botanic Garden is recruiting for several Seeds of Success
collection crews working in the following BLM Field Offices:
- El Centro Field Office: Field Technician (3 months) - https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=21ef98a3-d325-4110-a85a-7729320b6f80&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=456368&lang=en_US
- Cedar City Field Office: Lead Botanist (6 months) - https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=21ef98a3-d325-4110-a85a-7729320b6f80&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=456364&lang=en_US
- Uncompahgre Field Office: Natural Resources Specialist (6
months) - https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=21ef98a3-d325-4110-a85a-7729320b6f80&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=457160&lang=en_US
Please pass along to your network and direct questions and
inquiries to Chris Woolridge at: cwoolridge@chicagobotanic.org
Posted 3/13/24
Field
technician positions - fuel treatments and restoration
We are hiring three field technicians to work on the Sagebrush
Steppe Treatment Evaluation Project (SageSTEP) investigating the
long-term ecological impacts of fuel reduction treatments in the
intermountain West sagebrush steppe and western juniper woodlands
(https://sagestep.org/).
This project has been running for 15 years with multiple research
and management partners. Technicians will be part of a four-person
team working and camping in the field in remote areas. Crews will
collect ecological data using established protocols. This is a
great opportunity to learn about natural resource issues and land
management in collaboration with universities, state, and federal
agencies.
JOB DUTIES:
• Identifying grasses, forbs, and shrubs to species (up to 250
different species).
• Monitoring native grasses, forbs, and shrub volume and density.
• Performing vegetation cover and fuel load sampling protocols.
• Operating 4-wheel drive vehicles on difficult roads.
• Recording and entering data on tablets in the field.
• Processing samples and entering data in the laboratory.
• Interacting with scientists and land managers from state and
federal agencies and universities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Field work at remote sites within Nevada, Idaho, and Utah.
• Lab/computer work in Reno, NV.
• Hiking in possibly extreme weather, including rain, snow, wind,
and high temperatures.
• Fieldwork typically involves 5-9 consecutive days with workdays
up to 12 hours/day.
• Extensive travel and camping at remote sites with no facilities.
• Carrying loads up to 30 lbs.
• Adherence to safety protocols.
• A valid driver's license is required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Education: Pursuing a BS degree in biology, ecology, natural
resources, or related field.
• Experience: Data collection in a field setting.
• Good organization and communication skills.
• Ability to work well with others in group settings.
• Ability to perform physical labor and work outside.
• Experience with dichotomous keys and plant identification is
highly desired.
EMPLOYMENT:
• $17-19 depending on experience.
• Employment duration: Approximately May-August 2024.
• Please send a resume, unofficial transcript, a letter detailing
your skills, experience, and/or interest, as well as contact
information for three references to Dr. Beth Newingham at beth.newingham@usda.gov.
• The position is based out of the USDA Agricultural Research
Service office on the University of Nevada Reno campus.
• Review of applications will continue until the positions are
filled with preference before April 1, 2024.
Posted 3/13/24
Summer
Field Tech Position - Coastal Ecosystems in South Carolina
DESCRIPTION: The Palmquist lab is hiring a field technician for a
project assessing vegetation vulnerability to sea-level rise
within coastal ecosystems on the Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris
Island, South Carolina. The field technician will work closely
with a graduate student during the course of the summer. Duties
include assisting in vegetation surveys, collecting plant
specimens, and entering and error-checking data.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should be majors (or recent graduates)
in biology, botany, wildlife, environmental science, or other
related fields. Must be able to begin field work in June and work
in hot, sometimes adverse conditions. A positive attitude and
ability to work well with others is required. Experience with
plant identification and vegetation sampling preferred, but not
required.
HOURS: 37.5 hours per week. The anticipated field season is June 1
–- July 31st.
SALARY: $15 per hour. Housing will be provided in Beaufort, South
Carolina.
HOW TO APPLY:
Send all materials listed below to Dr. Kyle Palmquist and Zak
Bartholomew at palmquist@marshall.edu
and zhbartholomew@gmail.com
by no later than April 15th, 2024. Please include “Salt
Marsh Vegetation Tech” in the email subject. Applications will be
considered as they are received.
WHAT TO SUBMIT:
1. Cover letter describing your interests, qualifications, and
experience
2. CV or resume
Kyle Palmquist
Assistant Professor
Department of Biological Sciences
Marshall University
Huntington, WV 25755
phone: 304-696-3987
email: palmquist@marshall.edu
website: kylepalmquist.org
twitter: @kyleapalmquist
Posted 3/12/24
Entomology
and Stewardship Internship in SE Pennsylvania
Position Available
Entomology and Stewardship Intern
The Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust, a private, non-profit
land trust located in the Philadelphia suburb of Huntingdon Valley
(Montgomery County), conserves natural lands in the central
Pennypack Creek valley and sponsors an active program of
ecological restoration focusing on invasive plant control, deer
management, forest, riparian, and grassland habitat management.
The Trust is seeking a part-time Intern to aid in our land
stewardship efforts and our on-going study of insects and their
relationships to various plant communities at the Trust. The
intern would split their time between working team of stewardship
staff performing a series of outdoor land management tasks and
helping field ecology staff collect entomological and botanical
data.
Targeted Majors:
Entomology, Plant Ecology, Natural Sciences with focus in
entomology or taxonomy/identification thereof
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in one of the targeted majors (required or
degree in-progress)
Field data collection methods and data analysis
Experience with taxa identification using dichotomous keys and
microscopy, especially of insects
Familiarity with GIS and other mapping tools, graphic
communication
Strong problem solving, organizational, and computer skills
Valid driver's license
Interest in field applications of ecological restoration and land
management
Familiarity with land care equipment (mowers, trimmers, pruners,
loppers, etc.)
Must be team-oriented, positive, polite and friendly to all
Research Duties:
Assist in entomological and botanical field collection, specimen
identification and data organization/analysis for on-going
research efforts
Assist research staff in evolving methodology and study questions
Administrative, education outreach and clerical duties to support
all full-time staff
Stewardship Duties could include:
General landscaping (e.g., mowing, string trimming, split rail
fence maintenance)
Trail corridor clearing, trimming and maintenance of drainage
features
Invasive plant management (e.g., mechanical/manual cutting, vine
clearing)
Tree planting and maintenance of reforestation sites, meadows,
riparian areas
Compensation:
$16/hr. Flexible hours M-F, from 7:30AM to 3:30PM.
Applicants will work between 20 to 32 hours per week within a
mutually agreed upon typical work week with defined start/finish
dates
To apply: Provide resume and cover letter describing relevant
experience to:
Maria Paula Mugnani, Director of Research and Restoration
Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust
2955 Edgehill Road
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006-5099
mpmugnani@pennypacktrust.org
Posted 3/12/24
Xerces
Society Freshwater Mussel Seasonal Position
The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation is hiring a
seasonal freshwater mussel technician position! The deadline to
apply is March 29.
JOB TITLE: Freshwater Mussel Technician
LOCATION: Portland, Oregon. Majority of work sites located in
central Oregon, with additional travel to sites in Washington
state.
COMPENSATION: $22 per hour
JOB TERM: Start date of approximately June 3, 2024. Term of
employment is approximately 4 months after the expected start
date.
STATUS & SCHEDULE: Seasonal, hourly non- exempt position,
scheduled to work ~ 40 hours/week.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 29, 2024
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: All applications must be submitted via
our application website at: http://bit.ly/xerces-jobs
Posted 3/12/24
Job
Posting: Seasonal Invasive Plant Management Crew Lead and Field
Technicians
The Eastern Nevada Landscape Coalition (ENLC) is hiring one Crew
Lead and two Field Technicians to work in the Ely Nevada District
of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). This project is funded
through a cooperative agreement between the Ely District BLM and
ENLC. The field crews will conduct noxious weed inventorying,
monitoring, and mechanical and chemical treatment activities. The
crew will be based out of Ely, NV and will work throughout the
district. Much of the work will take place in remote locations in
variable weather conditions. Camping will be required during many
work hitches. Successful candidates must pass the Nevada
Department of Agriculture pesticide applicator certification.
These positions run from late April through September or October
2024.
Please visit https://www.envlc.org/employment/
for full job descriptions or contact Hans Hallman hhallman@envlc.org
with any questions.
Posted 3/12/24
Job
Posting: Seasonal AIM Field Technicians--Elko, NV
The Eastern Nevada Landscape Coalition (ENLC) is hiring two Field
Technicians to work in the Elko Nevada District of the Bureau of
Land Management (BLM). This project is funded through a
cooperative agreement between the Elko District BLM and ENLC. The
field technicians will work as part of three-person crews and will
collect post-fire vegetation and soils data using BLM Assessment,
Inventory, and Monitoring (AIM) protocols. Crews will be based in
Elko, NV, and will work throughout the district. Much of the work
will take place in remote locations in variable weather
conditions. Camping will be required during 8-day work hitches.
These positions run from early May through September or October
2024.
Please visit https://www.envlc.org/employment/
for full job descriptions or contact Hans Hallman hhallman@envlc.org
with any questions.
Posted 3/12/24
Field
Technicians for Plant-Animal Interaction Project in Grand Teton
National Park
Job Title: Field Technicians for Plant-Animal Interaction Project
in Grand Teton National Park
Location: Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
Agency: University of Wyoming
Type: Temporary/Seasonal Positions
Salary: $1500 per month plus housing, utilities, and wifi at
UW-NPS Research station (https://uwnps.org/visitor-information)
Start date: June, 2024
End date: September, 2024
Last date to apply: 3/31/2024
We are seeking technicians to work on a research project on
plant-animal interactions (pollination and seed dispersal) as part
of a new project based out of the UW-NPS Research station. The
first year of this project is focused on determining who the key
pollinators and seed dispersers are for a suite of plant species
in Grand Teton National Park. Field work will primarily include
wildlife camera set-up and maintenance, vegetation surveys,
measuring traits of plants and animals, and estimating abundance
of birds, small mammals, and insect pollinators. The candidates
selected for this position will work on a field crew of 3
technicians.
Must be able to work in rugged terrain in challenging field
conditions. Fieldwork will involve long days of strenuous hiking
and heavy lifting in temperamental weather conditions. Technicians
must be comfortable living and working at a remote field station.
Living spaces may be shared with other researchers and buildings
are rustic. Technicians must be willing to work early mornings or
late into the afternoon, depending on the sampling. Technicians
will work 5 days/week.
Technicians must commit for a 3-month period, with a flexible
start date (starting the first 2 weeks of June) and a flexible end
date (ending in the first 2 weeks of September). Technicians will
be provided with housing, utilities, wifi, and a living stipend of
$1,500 per month.
Qualifications: Upper division undergraduate or a bachelor's
degree in biology, natural resources, wildlife management, botany,
ecology or a related field. Field experience pertaining to
wildlife biology or botany are required. Applicant must be
responsible, organized, and comfortable living and working as a
team. An enthusiasm for research and fieldwork is essential, as
well as patience and a strong work ethic.
Contact: Application must include a cover letter, curriculum
vitae, and contact information (email and phone) for 3 references
familiar with your field work experience as a single PDF document.
Please also fill out our questionnaire so we have a better
understanding of your experience. Please submit your application
materials to https://forms.gle/DB2befJ2YZe8Mo3y5.
Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will
not be accepted after March 31, 2024.
Posted 3/9/24
JOBS:
Field Technicians with the Cariveau Native Bee Lab (APPLY SOON!)
NOTE: We are aiming to have these positions filled soon, so
applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis!
The Cariveau Native Bee Lab is seeking qualified applicants to
fill technician positions on two projects, May through September
2024.
Salary: $15-17/hour based on experience (UMN Work-Study students
encouraged to apply)
Dates: Mostly late-May to early-September.
Location: Location will be project specific. See project
descriptions for exact locations and housing. Some positions are
based in the Twin Cities metro while others are based in rural
Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Cars for
travel to field sites will be provided.
Responsibilities: Responsibilities are project dependent.
Technicians will conduct field work such as: observe and collect
wild bees via nets and/or pan traps, and nest searching; conduct
native plant surveys; collect nectar samples; and process, pin,
and label bee and plant specimens collected during the 2024 field
season. Technicians will also enter and check data. This work
requires attention to detail and an eagerness to learn. Both
independent and group work is required.
The work is partially sedentary and will include time spent in a
stationary position. The person will also need to traverse uneven
terrain while in the field and bending is often required. Heavy
items (e.g., packs and equipment up to 50 pounds) must be
transported on a routine basis. The majority of the work will
occur in outdoor weather conditions.
Required Qualifications:
- Valid US driver’s license and legally able to work in the US.
- Experience with insect and plant identification, or relevant
coursework.
- Effective communication skills with supervisors and small teams.
- Dependability, punctuality, and ability to complete high quality
work during sometimes tedious tasks.
- Ability to work outside all day, in conditions that might
include heat, humidity, stinging/biting insects, and noxious
plants (we are open to discussing accommodations to make this work
accessible).
- Experience entering data or equivalent tasks where attention to
detail and a commitment to accuracy is required.
- Flexibility and adaptability.
- Commitment to safety.
- Commitment to being a respectful team member.
Preferred Qualifications (see additional preferred experience
under Project descriptions below)
- Understanding of basic bee biology with experience handling,
collecting, or identifying native bees.
- Prior experience identifying tallgrass prairie species or other
botany experience.
- Previous fieldwork experience (For projects that require
extensive overnight travel, previous experience camping long term
or living at a field station).
Projects Hiring:
1. Prairie Reconstruction and Adaptive Management (PRAM) Project -
Multiple technicians (3-4 technicians) will conduct native bee
sampling and plant surveys at field sites across Minnesota, North
Dakota, and South Dakota. Extensive overnight travel and camping
required. A typical work week would potentially include 4 or 5
days camping (or occasionally staying at field
stations/hotels/motels/airbnbs) in rural MN/ND/SD with the
possibility of one day working at the bee lab in Saint Paul, MN.
Travel and housing accommodations will be paid for by the project
for days spent outside the Twin Cities, but not when in Saint
Paul. Contact Rebecca Zerlin at rzerlin@umn.edu with
questions.
2. The Multi-Taxa Response Project studies how bumblebee,
butterfly, grassland bird, and plant communities are impacted by
the different seed mixes used in Conservation Reserve Program
practices. Full-time position (3 technicians). Location: MN, SD,
ND borders. Extensive overnight travel will be required and will
involve extensive camping with occasional stays at field
stations/hotels. Travel and housing accommodations will be paid
for by the project for days spent outside the Twin Cities, but not
when in Saint Paul. Contact Maya Vellicolungara at velli005@umn.edu
with questions.
How to apply:
We are aiming to have these positions filled soon, so applications
will be reviewed on a rolling basis. To apply, email your resume,
cover letter, and three professional references in a single PDF
file to rzerlin@umn.edu.
Additionally, please indicate which project(s) you are interested
in, and include information regarding your availability, including
preferred start/end dates, and any time off you might need during
the summer.
You may reach out to Rebecca Zerlin at rzerlin@umn.edu
with any general questions or concerns, or any of the individuals
listed under each project for specific project questions.
Equity and Diversity:
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and
opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without
regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender,
age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran
status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
Posted 3/9/24
Summer
Field Technician for Forest Health Surveys - UW-Madison, Upper
Great Lakes Region
USFS–UW Cano.py Project
Forest Health Surveys for Remote Sensing Validation
2024 Summer Field Program
UW–Madison Field Technician — position description
The Townsend Lab at the Department of Forest and Wildlife Ecology,
UW–Madison, and the US Forest Service, Northern Research Station
(NRS), have partnered on a project to map forest disturbances in
the Upper Great Lakes Region (northern Minnesota, Wisconsin, and
Michigan). This effort employs remote sensing and modeling
analyses of forest phenology to generate maps of likely forest
disturbances from severe events (harvest, fires) to mild and
subtle effects due to long-term drought, weather-related canopy
damage, and defoliation/mortality due to insect and pathogen
agents. Project map products based on remote sensing analyses will
be validated using ground observations of forest conditions in
candidate disturbance locations. In the Summer of 2023, we
developed several protocols for measuring forest health and
established more than 130 survey locations across this region. The
Summer 2024 effort will include establishing new survey locations
with known disturbance activity and re-visiting/re-measuring some
2023 survey locations to illustrate changes in both spatial and
temporal dimensions.
We seek an energetic and highly capable Field Technician to work
with USFS partners as UW–Madison’s contribution to this project
during the field validation season. The candidate must be able and
willing to work long days (with frequent breaks) in the field,
hiking from the nearest road access to point locations, carrying a
daypack with personal protective equipment, a sketch mapping
tablet computer, clipboard, and reference GPS unit. All these
items will be provided along with early-season training on
measurement protocols and using the tablet software. The candidate
should be comfortable planning driving and hiking routes, with or
without a field partner. Familiarity with Great Lakes regional
mixed forest landscapes is a plus, especially the identification
of forest tree species and a compulsion toward closely
investigating insects and pathogens (e.g., removal of tree bark,
catch-and-release of caterpillars/larvae, clipping of branches for
evaluating leaf defoliation). The candidate should have good
situational awareness for safety and for documenting site
conditions and evidence of disturbance types. Field condition
checklists and guides to identifying trees and disturbance agents
will be provided, and the Field Technician will contribute to
improving and refining those for wider use.
Significant car travel will be required, and a UW–Madison fleet
vehicle will be provided. The candidate should be an approved
driver with UW–Madison Transportation Services or have a license
in good standing to obtain that certification. The Field
Technician will be lodged at Kemp Natural Resources Station (kemp.wisc.edu/)
near Rhinelander, WI. The work effort will extend from early May
through early August and will vary considerably: we plan several
weeks of intensive travel and fieldwork away from Kemp (northern
MN, NW WI, UP MI), numerous shorter (day trip) efforts between the
longer trips, and office days for data curation and planning
upcoming trips. For the 2024 project field season, we have
allocated 12 weeks of full-time (40 h/wk) support for the Field
Technician position at $16 per hour. Lodging at Kemp Station will
be covered by the project.
PLEASE NOTE: we are looking for a Field Technician who can join us
as early as 20 May 2024. Students should please check their
academic requirements for the spring semester before applying.
Interested researchers should contact the UW–Madison project
technical lead, Dr. Matthew Garcia, at megarcia@wisc.edu with your
resume/CV, a brief statement of your qualifications, and an
indication of when you would be available to start for the season.
Upper-level undergraduates with field experience, including
seniors who will graduate this Spring, are encouraged to apply.
Candidate information may be shared with Prof. Philip Townsend in
the Department of Forest and Wildlife Ecology, where additional or
alternative opportunities for assignment to other projects and
fieldwork may become available.
Matthew Garcia, Ph.D.
Academic Staff Scientist I
Dept. of Forest & Wildlife Ecology
University of Wisconsin – Madison
Cell/SMS: 608-213-0323
E-mail: matt.e.garcia@gmail.com,
megarcia@wisc.edu
Posted 3/5/24
Summer
Internship Opportunity in Ecology/Land Mgt, Southern NY, 2024
College Internship in Suburban Ecology at the Mianus River Gorge
Information and application:
https://mianus.org/research-education/college-internship-suburban-ecology-cise/
Deadline for apps is April 12, 2024
Program Description: Mianus River Gorge, a conservation
organization and 980-acre nature preserve in southern New York,
offers summer internships for college students interested in the
conservation of natural areas in urbanizing landscapes.
We work with our interns to provide a learning experience that
fits their interests and long-term educational goals. Typically
our interns major in biology, ecology, or environmental sciences,
etc. but this internship is open to anyone interested in
conservation, natural resource management, ecology, or field
biology. The main qualities we are looking for are a passion for
the natural world plus a strong work ethic.
-- Internships last for a period of 10 weeks. This year the
internship will run June 3 - Aug 9, but some flexibility is
available on start or end dates. We prefer no mid-term gaps
however.
-- Each intern will work alongside Gorge staff and graduate
students on a variety of projects including wildlife monitoring,
non-native species management, and GIS applications.
-- Stipend: $25/day or combination of school credit and stipend
(depending on university requirements).
Projects for 2023 include:
-- Monitoring coyotes, black bear, deer, and other wildlife in
Westchester, NYC, and Fairfield using camera traps and other
non-invasive methods.
-- Understory vegetation monitoring and restoration.
-- Invasive species control, deer exclosure construction, and
other land management work.
-- Data entry/management, GIS work, and analysis on several
long-term projects.
Applicant Eligibility
-- All undergraduate students are eligible to apply. We do not
require applicants to major in a particular discipline; however,
exposure to or interest in the fields of ecology, environmental
science, or geography is encouraged. We do accept interns that
have graduated the academic year just prior to the internship
(“rising seniors”).
-- Interns must be self-motivated and work well in groups
settings.
-- Applicants should be prepared for strenuous work outdoors
(e.g., field research and land management projects) as well as
perform indoor work when necessary (e.g., data entry and GIS
projects).
-- Applicants should be able to commute daily to Bedford, NY, as
summer housing is not available.
This year the internship will run from June 5 to Aug 11 --
applicants should be available during this period. Some
flexibility on start and end dates is possible.
Please email research@mianus.org or
call 914.234.3455 if you have any questions.
Chris Nagy, Ph.D.
Director of Research and Education - Mianus River Gorge, Bedford,
NY
chris@mianus.org
914.234.3455
www.mianus.org
www.gothamcoyote.org
Posted 2/23/24
EIU
Fisheries Summer Technicians and Interns
Job Title: Seasonal Fisheries Intern and Technicians (field and
laboratory)
Location: Center for Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, Eastern
Illinois University, Charleston, IL
When: April/May through August of 2024, contract may be extended
depending on performance.
Salary $15 per hour for technicians (~$2400 per month), $1200 per
month stipend for interns Description: The Center for Fisheries
and Aquatic Sciences at Eastern Illinois University is seeking
several seasonal fisheries interns and technicians to assist with
general field and laboratory work associated with graduate
research projects. Current projects include invasive carp
reproductive ecology, stream fish community monitoring, and
sportfish population dynamics on the Wabash River. Field work
duties will include assisting graduate students with a variety of
fisheries surveys, recording biological and environmental data,
and maintaining field equipment. Fisheries surveys will be
conducted on a variety of streams, rivers (Wabash and Illinois
Rivers), and reservoirs throughout Central Illinois. Surveys will
include barge electrofishing, electric seining, larval fish
sampling, boat electrofishing, hoop netting, collection of water
quality samples, and macroinvertebrate sampling. Laboratory work
will include processing larval fish samples, assisting with water
quality measurements, assisting with stream fish identification,
assisting with fish aging techniques, and maintaining a clean and
organized lab space.
Qualifications: Progress toward, or completion of a Bachelor of
Science degree in biology or closely related field is preferred
for intern. Previous experience with fisheries field or laboratory
work is preferred for intern positions and required for technician
positions. Must be willing to work extended hours in the field or
lab, occasionally in inclement weather or conditions. Must be able
to carry 40 pounds of gear into and out of sampling locations.
Will include occasional overnight travel during multiple day
surveys.
To Apply: For full consideration please apply by March 31st,
2024, however additional applicants may be considered until
all positions are filled. Using subject line EIU Technician, Last
Name, please email cover letter, CV or resume, and contact
information for three professional references to:
Dan Roth
Fisheries Researcher and Laboratory Manager
Center for Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences
Department of Biological Sciences
drroth@eiu.edu
217-581-3100
Posted 2/3/24
Oregon
Sagebrush sampling Job (AIM)
The Institute for Natural Resources at Oregon State University is
hiring field crews, crew leaders, and team leaders for sagebrush
steppe sampling during the 2024 field season. Work begins April
and will continue to August or September. The job involves
vegetation and soil sampling using AIM protocols throughout
Oregon, Washington, and Northeast California. Field work entails
8-day sampling hitches where we will be camping in the areas we
will be working. Crews have 6 days off between hitches. Crew
members travel between their homes and the remote and widespread
sample plots on the first and last days of the work hitch. Many
crew members live in western and central Oregon as well as more
dispersed places throughout the sampling region. In general, there
is flexibility on where you can choose to live on the off hitches,
provided it is logistically feasible. We are looking for people
who are familiar with identifying plants, who can handle the hard
work of digging soil pits and vegetation sampling in the often
harsh steppe environment, and are excited by extensive camping in
remote, beautiful areas. The compensation will be between $16.19
and $20.77 per hour for crew members and crew leaders and between
$17.56 and $25.01 per hour for team leaders (depending on
experience) along with a health insurance benefit. We also provide
a per diem of around $80 per day to cover expenses for food and
wear and tear on your camping gear (this adds up to the equivalent
of about an additional $7 to $7.50 per hour for an 80 hour hitch).
We will be hiring 15 to 20 people under the Bio Tech 1 and 2
posting as crew members (who are part of a 2-person crew
installing the plots), 5 to 10 people under the Bio Tech 2 posting
as crew leaders (who manage the day to day activities of a
2-person crew), and 5 to 8 people under the Bio Tech 3 posting as
team leaders (who manage the activities of 2 crews over each
hitch). Apply online as soon as possible. We will be conducting
interviews as applications come in and begin hiring after the full
consideration date of January 31, 2024. Applications will be
accepted until the closing date of April 1, 2024.
Bio Sciences Research Tech 1 Crew Members
Posting Number: P04601CT https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/148901
Bio Sciences Research Tech 2 Crew Members and Crew Leaders
Posting Number: P04602CT https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/148902
Bio Science Research Tech 3 Team leaders
Posting Number: P04603CT https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/148903
Opening Date: 19 January, 2024 Full Consideration Date: 31
January, 2024
Contact Michael.Russell@oregonstate.edu
or Caitlin.Lawrence@oregonstate.edu
with any questions.
Posted 2/2/24
Avian
Point Count Technicians
Wanted for Summer 2024!
Join the Cornell team in a first of its kind effort to estimate
abundance of birds across New York state.
• Technicians (12) will conduct avian point count surveys at
assigned locations across the state, as well as deploying
automated recording units.
• Skills Needed: Excellent bird identification by sight and sound,
comfort working alone in remote areas, off-trail hiking
experience, ability to estimate distances in the field, experience
collecting data in the field.
• $19.25/hour, hotels/lodging and rental vehicle or mileage
reimbursement provided.
• Apply by 3/30/2024, follow this link
Posted 1/19/24
Avian
/ biological science technician positions (12)
Start date: 4/28/2024
End date: 8/3/2024
Salary: $15-18 per hour
Job Description:
The Alabama Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit at
Auburn University is seeking BIOLOGICAL TECHNICIANS (12) for a
multi-species inventory and conservation project on selected
state-owned lands within Alabama. Primary responsibilities will
include conducting avian point counts and vegetation sampling.
Other duties will include data entry, database management, and
maintenance of field equipment and vehicles. Candidates must be
prepared and able to work under challenging environmental
conditions, which include exposure to elements such as heat,
humidity, and the presence of wildlife and insects. Technicians
will be provided with temporary housing accommodations, which may
include hotels, motels, Airbnbs, and/or field housing.
Qualifications:
Ideal candidates should be pursuing or hold a Bachelor's degree in
a biology-related field, display high motivation, and have
experience in conducting field surveys, particularly with birds
and vegetation. Proficiency in GPS navigation, possession of a
valid driver's license, and the ability to work in challenging
environmental conditions are essential. Candidates should be
comfortable carrying light field equipment for extended periods.
We give preference to those with experience in identifying
southeastern birds by sight and sound and in vegetation
identification. These are 3-month appointments from late April to
early August 2024, offering $15-18/hour, based on experience.
Candidates skilled in small mammal trapping and identification may
be considered for up to a 4-month extension.
Applying:
Send a (1) cover letter highlighting relevant experience and your
specific interests in the project, (2) resume, and (3) names and
contact information for at least 3 relevant references by e-mail jfh0044@auburn.edu.
Applications must be received by April 1st, 2024; however,
applications will be reviewed as they are received and continue
until the open positions are filled.
Posted 12/21/23
FOREST
POLLINATOR FIELD TECHNICIANS NEEDED SUMMER 2024
FOREST POLLINATOR FIELD TECHNICIANS (4) needed during summer 2024
for a large-scale project that is evaluating the response of
native bee communities to fuel-reduction treatments within managed
forest landscapes. This work is being led by Dr. Jim Rivers and
Megan Sampognaro in the Forest Animal Ecology Laboratory
(http://people.forestry.oregonstate.edu/jim-rivers/) within the
College of Forestry at Oregon State University, with field work
taking place in private timber landholdings in Northern
California.
Positions Available: 4 crew members
Location: Northern California
Start Date: 05/01/2024
End Date: 08/15/2024
Last Date to Apply: 04/30/2024, Apply asap, applications
reviewed on a rolling basis.
Field Assistant position duties:
Field work will consist of physically demanding work in
challenging conditions (heat, cold, rain, sun, steep slopes, loose
rock, logging slash, stinging insects, hazardous plants); working
long days, including some weekends; camping for up to a week;
driving on active logging roads; using CB radios; and navigating
through difficult forest terrain usually without cell service.
Field safety training and CPR will be provided.
Primary duties of crew members will consist of:
• Collecting wild bees using a variety of techniques (netting,
traps)
• Quantifying floral resources and plant identification using
dichotomous keys
• Quantifying nesting habitat
• Vegetation surveys
• Assisting with daily routine, tasks, and checklists
• Data collection and entry daily
• Assisting with additional project-related duties as needed.
• Communicating with other crew members and leads to make sure
tasks are completed
Pay rate is based on prior experience and is $620-$680/week. We
provide free housing, including utilities for the full duration of
the position, as well as free project-related transportation.
Field Assistant Qualifications:
Successful applicants will have a strong interest and/or
experience in entomology, animal ecology or a related field.
Experience can come from employment, classes, volunteer work, etc.
Please highlight in your application if you have experience with
insect or plant collection and identification, previous experience
sampling pollinators in field settings, or if you are familiar
with Northern California flora. Most importantly, successful
applicants will be self-motivated, have a strong work ethic, be
able to carry heavy gear (30+ lbs.) on steep slopes, be able to
work harmoniously in a group living situation, have a valid
driver's license and clean driving record, be able to maintain a
positive disposition under challenging field conditions, and have
a proven track record of working in a safe, efficient, and
cooperative manner in a team setting.
Skills you will gain:
• Sampling methods for pollinators and their floral communities
• Plant and insect identification skills
• Working in a team environment
• Safely navigating in backcountry terrain without cell service
• Data entry and data management
• Maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment
• Field safety
To apply: Email a single PDF that consists of (1) a cover letter
outlining qualifications for the position, (2) a full-length
resume or CV, and (3) the name, email, and phone number of 3
references to emcpollinatorcrew@gmail.com
with "2024 Pollinator Crew Application" in the subject line.
Positions will be filled as qualified applications are received.
Oregon State University and the College of Forestry is an
equal-opportunity employer. As such, we promote diversity, equity,
and inclusion in all aspects of our research. We welcome all
applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, orientation, or gender
identity.
Posted 12/20/23
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