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WATERBIRD COUNTER needed at WHITEFISH POINT BIRD OBSERVATORY (15 Apr - 7
Jun). WPBO's spring waterbird count is a long-term monitoring project
that documents the migration of over 20,000 loons, grebes, waterfowl,
shorebirds, gulls and terns through eastern Lake Superior. The counter
must be very skilled at identifying flying waterbirds at long distances,
be able to handle cold and wet weather conditions for 8 hours per day
and communicate well with the public. Pay will be $1000/month plus
housing for 5 days of work per week. Please send cover letter, resume
and references to JEANNETTE MORSS (EM: warbler@jamadots.com), Whitefish
Point Bird Observatory, 16914 N. Whitefish Point Rd., Paradise, MI
49768.
PHD GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP- WILDLIFE SCIENCE, University of Tennessee.
The Department of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries at The University of
Tennessee is recruiting an outstanding individual for a PhD Graduate
Assistantship to study Golden-winged Warbler population dynamics in the
Cumberland Mountains of eastern Tennessee. This study will involve
evaluation of avian response to golden-winged warbler management
designed to increase occupancy and productivity for this species. We
are looking for an individual with BS and MS degrees in Wildlife
Management, Ecology, or Biology, experience with monitoring bird
populations, a good academic record, and a strong desire to conduct
field research, analyze data, and write it up for publication.
Projected starting date for this project is Apr 15, 2003. Deadline for
application is 15 Jan 2003. The graduate assistantship pays $15,000
annually plus a tuition waiver. Interested individuals should send a
letter of introduction, resume, a copy of transcripts and GRE scores,
and names/phone numbers of 3 references to DR. DAVID BUEHLER, Department
of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries, University of Tennessee, Knoxville,
TN 37996-4563 (EM: dbuehler@utk.edu). The University of Tennessee does
not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national
origin, age, disability, or veteran status in provision of educational
programs and services or employment opportunities and benefits. This
policy extends to both employment by and admission to the University.
The University does not discriminate on the basis race, sex or
disability in the education programs and activities pursuant to the
requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of
the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.
Inquiries and charges of violation concerning Title VI, Title IX,
Section 504, ADA or the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) or
any of the other above referenced policies should be directed to the
Business Office, 218 Morgan Hall, (423) 974-7275. Requests for
accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator
at the above address.
FIELD ORNITHOLOGIST POSITIONS--The New Mexico Breeding Bird Atlas
(NMBBA) Project, Inc. is accepting applications for 8 field
ornithologist positions. Work will focus on documenting breeding birds
using atlas methods in a variety of locations across New Mexico (methods
can be read at - se linket HER). The positions will run
four months from early Apr to early Aug, 2003. The pay will be $2,500
per month plus a maximum of $2,000 for transportation reimbursement
during the same 4 months. No health benefits will be provided.
Applicants must be in good physical condition and able to backpack and
camp in steep canyon country. Successful applicants will be required to
provide their own transportation, camping and backpacking gear, and must
be willing to work and camp in remote locations during highly variable
spring weather conditions, and must work well as team members. A degree
in biology or related field and previous field experience are desired.
Applications (cover letters, resumes, and names and phone numbers of
three references) must be sent by e-mail with attachments to the Atlas
Manager at nmbba@cybermesa.com prior to 20 Jan 2003. Fax and US-mail
applications will not be accepted. All e-mail applications will be
acknowledged. Applicants will be evaluated on bird identification
skills, especially skills at bird identification by sound. Applicants
will also be evaluated on abilities to use spreadsheet software and on
map reading skills. The top applicants will be will be interviewed by
phone, and will be evaluated on their ability to identify New Mexico
Bird sounds sent to them on a CD. Final selection is planned before 28
Feb 2003.
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, Kansas State University, Wildlife Biology--The
Division of Biology at Kansas State University invites applications for
a tenure-track, nine-month position at the Assistant Professor level,
beginning in the 2003/2004 academic year. We seek individuals who will
establish a strong, extramurally funded research program in wildlife
biology. The area of research expertise is broadly defined under
terrestrial vertebrate ecology or management that will compliment
current research strengths in the Division. A Ph.D. or equivalent is
required, and postdoctoral training and teaching experience are
desirable. The position includes a competitive salary and start-up
package. The appointee will be expected to participate in undergraduate
and graduate teaching, with particular emphasis on our undergraduate
wildlife and fisheries curriculum. Examples of courses that may be
taught include: Wildlife Conservation and Wildlife Management
Techniques. A strong group of highly collaborative faculty members with
research interests related to wildlife biology are active within the
Division. Relevant researchers have active programs in vertebrate
ecology, conservation and population biology, community ecology and
ecosystem ecology; for more information on faculty research interests
see - se linket HER/biology" TARGET=_blank title='- se linket HER/biology' rel='nofollow'>- se linket HER. The Division of Biology is a large and
diverse unit with an excellent record of research productivity and
funding. In the past year, Division faculty members attracted over $6
million in extramural research support. Relevant faculty members are
also found in the Kansas Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit
within the Division and other administrative entities on campus. Kansas
State University (URL: - se linket HER) is located in the city of
Manhattan (URL: - se linket HER), a pleasant community
of about 50,000 individuals in the Flint Hills of north central Kansas,
2 hours from Kansas City. The Konza Prairie Biological Station (URL:
- se linket HER) is a tallgrass prairie reserve that is the
site of an NSF-funded long-term ecological research program. Konza is 6
miles from the University and provides numerous opportunities for
ecologically-oriented research activities. Applicants should submit a
comprehensive curriculum vitae, brief statement of research and teaching
experience and goals, representative research publications, and have
three letters of reference sent to: Chair; Wildlife Search Committee;
Division of Biology; Kansas State University; 323 Ackert Hall;
Manhattan, KS 66506-4901. Review of applications will begin on 3 Feb
2003 and will continue until the position is filled. KSU is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and encourages diversity among
its employees.
2 FIELD ASSISTANT POSITIONS available; one mid Mar to mid Jul, second
mid Mar to mid May 2003 to study the effects of fire on various
demographic aspects of the Cape Sable Seaside Sparrow (Ammodramus
maritimus mirabilis)in Everglades National Park. Duties will include:
finding and monitoring nests in grassland habitat, resighting color
banded birds, territory mapping using GPS, invertebrate sampling,
monitoring a nest predation experiment, data entry. The qualified
applicants will be detail-oriented, organized and enthusiastic about
working in remote locations with primitive cramped quarters. Previous
nest searching experience is preferred, but not required...although a
love for watching birds definitely is. Field crew will travel to and
from remote campsite via helicopter. Applicants must provide own
transportation to South Florida and, since public transportation is
nonexistent, have their own vehicle for getting around town. A stipend
will be provided in the amount of $1200/month + housing. These positions
will be a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to work with a
federally listed endangered species in one of the most beautiful
national parks in the US. Deadline for applications: When filled. Send a
letter of interest, resume, and names and phone numbers of three
references by email to MICHELLE DAVIS at vireoojorojo@hotmail.com
RESEARCH AIDE II - Band B- nonexempt, in Costa Rica , Cornell Lab of
Ornithology. Description: Assist with data analysis and fieldwork in a
study of bird song. Fieldwork takes place in Costa Rica from Apr to Aug
2003. Responsibilities in the field include tape recording of singing
territorial male birds, searching for and monitoring nests, and
capturing/banding new birds and nestlings. Data analysis involved
scanning the recorded tapes and identifying song types by using matching
song spectograms to known song-type patterns, and entering data into
Excel spreadsheets. Requirements: Formal training beyond a high school
diploma of one to two years of college course work, or Associates degree
or equivalent; less than six months or equivalent. Bachelor's degree in
biology or related field preferred. College course work in animal
behavior. Anyone interested is to send a cover letter and resume to
CHERI JOHNSON, Cornell University, 265 Roberts Hall, Ithaca, NY 14853.
For questions, contact either CHERI JOHNSON (PH: 607-255-7918) or SANDY
VEHRENCAMP (PH: 607-254-2431).
NEOTROPICAL PROGRAM DIRECTOR, The Peregrine Fund--Job Description: The
Peregrine Fund works to conserve birds of prey and their habitats
worldwide. The Neotropical Program Director provides direction and
oversight for The Peregrine Fund's programs throughout Latin America and
the Caribbean, and coordination with The Peregrine Fund's other
international and national (U.S.) programs. Supervisors: International
Programs Director and President. Location: Panama. Specific
Responsibilities: 1. Work with the International Programs Director,
President, and other staff to develop and direct raptor conservation
and research projects in Latin America and the Caribbean. 2. Administer
and supervise The Peregrine Fund's Neotropical Program and Neotropical
Raptor Center in Panama, including liaison with government and
non-government organizations throughout the region. 3. Help raise funds
both locally in the Neotropics and in the U.S. Provide proposals and
reporting for all grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements. 4.
Assist the International Programs Director and President in other
matters as requested. Qualifications and Experience: 1. Advanced
degree in the biological sciences or related field with knowledge of
conservation, ornithology and/or conservation needs of birds of prey in
the Americas. At least five years senior level experience in
conservation is desirable, preferably in Latin America or the
Caribbean. 2. Proven ability to develop, manage, and evaluate
conservation and research projects. This includes project design,
handling logistical and financial affairs, completing the project on
time and within budget, and project reporting to staff, donors and the
Board of Directors. Experience with developing, administration, and
reporting USAID cooperative agreements highly desirable. 3. Knowledge
and experience in raptor biology, ecology, and/or propagation
desirable. 4. Experience and success in fund raising for conservation
and research projects. 5. Proven ability to manage field and office
staff, and to ensure cooperation among a wide range of partners. 6.
Fluency in written and spoken English and Spanish is essential.
Portuguese is desirable. 7. Willing to live in Panama and travel
internationally. 8. Understanding of and commitment to The Peregrine
Fund's mission and approach to raptor conservation. Send cover letter,
resume, and names and contact information of three references to:
International Programs Director, The Peregrine Fund, 5668 West Flying
Hawk Lane, Boise, ID 83709, U.S.A. (EM: tpf@peregrinefund.org).
AVICULTURE INTERNS WANTED for the Hawaii Endangered Bird Conservation
Program at the Keauhou Bird Conservation Center (KBCC) on the Big Island
of Hawaii and the Maui Bird Conservation Center (MBCC) on the island of
Maui. Daily tasks include husbandry duties such as: diet preparation,
aviary and facility maintenance, behavioral observations of breeding
birds, grounds keeping, predator control. Applicant must be able to
live with several roommates in a remote area and should show enthusiasm
for work with captive endangered Hawaiian birds. Applicant must have a
valid driver's license and health insurance. Internships last for a 3-6
month period. Interns receive $20/day stipend plus housing. For more
information on internships at KBCC, please send a resume, cover letter,
and the names and contacts of three references to: TRACEY GOLTZ P.O. Box
39 Volcano, HI 96785 or fax: 808-985-7034. OR, for more information on
internships at MBCC, please send this information to: MARY SCHWARTZ 2375
Olinda Road, Makawao, HI 96768 or fax: 808-572-3574.
FACULTY RESEARCH ASSOCIATE, POST-DOC (Ecosystems/Fire Ecologist),
12-month, 0.75 FTE, fixed term, starting date 1 Jan 2003 Requirements:
PhD in Ecology, Environmental Sciences, or natural resources field.
Research of the ecosystem response to prescribed fire at the Lava Beds
National Monument. Field work done in remote areas which involves
moving across rocky and sometimes steep terrain during all seasons and
weather conditions. Required application materials: letter addressing
your qualifications and aspirations related to job, professional resume,
and list of 3 references including telephone numbers and e-mail
addresses, and copy of college transcripts (please reference Log
001-2051) to JAN CYRUS, Department of Fisheries & Wildlife, 104 Nash
Hall, Corvallis, OR 97331-3803. For full consideration, application
materials should be received by 15 Dec 2002. For a complete
announcement see - se linket HER. OSU IS AN
AA/EOE.
FIELD ASSISTANTS TO STUDY PARROTLETS IN VENEZUELA--Two field assistants
are required from late May until early Dec 2003 to work as part of a
team on a long term study of behavior and demography of the Green-rumped
parrotlet. Duties will include mist netting, banding and resighting,
nest checking, behavioral observations and keeping detailed records.
The ideal candidate would: (1) have experience conducting field research
with birds in tropical ecosystems; (2) be interested in avian behavioral
ecology; (3) be willing to work long hours for weeks on end; (4) enjoy
work in a hot, humid environment; (5) have a sunny disposition and be
able to live under primitive conditions with few people on an isolated
ranch; (6) have a working knowledge of Spanish; and (7) be able to work
without supervision. Salary is $800/month plus housing and travel
to/from the field site. Additional information on the study can be
found at - se linket HER. Send resume, and
names and phone numbers of three referees by 20 Jan 2003 to AMBER BUDDEN
(EM: aebudden@nature.berkeley.edu), Ecosystem Sciences Division, 151
Hilgard Hall #3110, University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720-3110.
PHD ASSISTANTSHIP available in Forest Ecology at Northern Arizona
University, Flagstaff, AZ, for research on the 3-trophic level
interaction among avian predators, forest insects, and growth of
ponderosa pine and Gambel oak. We will test the hypothesis that
insectivorous birds increase the growth of ponderosa pine and Gambel oak
by reducing the numbers of phytophagous insects. Approximate Dates: 15
Aug 2003 - 14 Aug 2007. The full project proposal (12 pages) is
available at - se linket HER. Support includes a
stipend of $14,500 per year, a partial tuition waiver, health insurance,
and an operations budget of $3,000 per year for each of 4 years. Please
send letter of interest, resume, photocopy of transcripts, GRE scores,
and contact information for 3 references to PAUL BEIER, School of
Forestry, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff AZ 86004-5018. (PH:
928-523-9341, EM: Paul.Beier@nau.edu).
FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT needed for study of the Mexican Jay in the
Chiricahua Mts. 1 Apr - 30 Jun 2003. Duties include finding nests and
observation of breeding behavior of color-banded jays at and away from
nests with binoculars and telescope. Applicants must be able to read
and write color-band combinations without difficulty (not color-blind or
dyslexic). Duties include nest-finding, watching nests, trapping,
banding and bleeding adults and nestlings. Applicants should have
experience with some of these activities, be in good physical condition,
and willing to work long hours in hot and cold weather. Tree-climbing
ability is appreciated. Applicants should have experience studying
birds and an interest in a future career in science. Must be able to
work in a team and alone. Comfortable housing, meals and a stipend of
$100/wk will be provided at the Southwestern Research Station. Limited
travel allowance available. Send a cover letter, resume, and a list of
3 references including email addresses and phone numbers to JERRAM L.
BROWN, Dept. Biological Sciences, SUNY, Albany NY 12222. Questions to
BJERRAM6@aol.com. Information about research on Mexican Jay can be
accessed from Brown home page at - se linket HER
FIELD BIOLOGICAL TECHNICIANS (3) needed for the U.S. Forest Service
stationed in Clifton, Arizona, to conduct wildlife surveys for
threatened & endangered species, including Mexican spotted owl,
Southwest willow flycatcher, and Chiricahua leopard frog. Avian
Management Indicator Species such as yellow-billed cuckoo, Bell's vireo,
and yellow-breasted chat will also be inventoried. Position requires
both day and night work in rugged, remote, rocky, scenic Southwest
country. Incumbents must be able to detect birds and amphibians by sight
and sound, as well as live trap and mark small mammals. Strenuous hiking
and backpacking in diverse ecosystems between 3,500 and 9,000 feet
elevation is required. Primitive camping will be necessary for a portion
of the field season, with per diem compensation available. Possible
prescribed burn and fire suppression opportunities. Applicants must be
in excellent physical condition, have a valid state driving license, be
self-motivated, and be able to work independently and in small groups.
Must be able to operate 4x4 standard transmission vehicles. Ability to
identify neotropical birds of Arizona by sight and sound desirable. No
degree necessary, preferred qualification BS in wildlife biology,
zoology, or biology. Field experience conducting wildlife surveys or
other natural resources work qualifies in lieu of education. Pay rate
is $11.84/hr for GS-05/01 and $10.58/hr for GS-04/01. Vehicles will be
provided. Government housing is available. Training in wildlife
surveying/monitoring protocols; CPR/First aid; basic fire suppression;
and field safety will be provided. Challenging duties. Starting date
undetermined, Mar 2003. Ending date undetermined, Sep 2003. Formal
recruiting will follow, and will require additional application
procedures. Relevant details on those procedures will be forwarded to
all who provide a resume. Positions will be announced on the internet at
- se linket HER. Contact LANCE KOCH, Wildlife Biologist, or
Dexter Oliver, Wildlife Field Supervisor, Clifton Ranger Station, HC1
Box 733, Duncan, AZ 85534 (EM: lkoch@fs.fed.us, PH: 928-687-1301)
THE GREAT BASIN BIRD OBSERVATORY (GBBO) is pleased to announce the
commencement of the first Statewide Bird Monitoring Program for Nevada.
Please visit GBBO's website (EM: - se linket HER) for details and
for opportunities to get involved, should you find yourself with some
extra time for bird work during your travels in Nevada. As little as one
weekend is enough to get a bird-count-experienced person involved.
Contact GBBO's science director ELISABETH AMMON (PH/FX: 775-972-3705;
EM: ammon@gbbo.org) for additional details.
BIOLOGICAL TECHNICIAN--Technicians (6) needed for a study of the
foraging ecology of Piping Plovers on the Missouri River (North and
South Dakota), beginning mid-Apr or mid-May, ending mid-Aug 2003.
Duties: nest searching, foraging behavior observations (with scopes),
chick banding and measurement, insect sampling (sticky traps), data
entry. Qualifications: BA in Wildlife Science/Biology, previous field
experience, strong observational skills (ability to see small
camouflaged birds through binoculars and scopes), some bird banding
experience, ability to work well independently, to accurately record
information, tolerance for long field days and harsh conditions (heat,
sun, ticks, mosquitoes, biting flies); ability to operate an 18-foot
boat a plus. Housing and $400/week provided. Send letter of interest,
resume, three references, availability dates, to: DANIELLE LE FER,
Virginia Tech, Dept. of Fisheries and Wildlife, Cheatham Hall,
Blacksburg, VA 24061-0321, or email at dlefer@vt.edu. Applications
accepted through Feb 2003, reviewed on an ongoing basis. Virginia Tech
is an EO/AA employer committed to diversity.