Vacancy Announcement for Field Biologists / Botanists =20
Overview A research project is being conducted through the Great Basin Landscape Ecology Lab (http://www.cabnr.unr.edu/weisberg/ ) at the University of Nevada at Reno, quantifying understory regeneration in post-fire pinyon-juniper woodlands. Our landscape-level study focuses on patterns of post-fire succession as influenced by biotic and abiotic factors, with particular emphasis on what determines establishment of native sagebrush grassland species vs. the invasive annual, cheatgrass. This is part of a larger, Joint Fire Science Program-funded study of bird and butterfly habitat change in response to fire and fuels treatments in central Nevada. The project provides a great opportunity for learning about plant communities in the Great Basin and gaining valuable field experience in landscape ecology and plant community ecology. =20 Duties A total of 3 field biologists will be hired to assist in field data collection and data management. The preferred work schedule is 8 days on and 6 days off so as to maximize field time though this is negotiable amongst the selected work crew. However, car camping in remote locations will be required, as well as willingness to carry field equipment. =20 Qualifications Valid driver's license is required as well as the ability to navigate with map, compass and GPS. Selected applicants must be willing to work outdoors under rugged conditions and with other people. The majority of the data collection will involve plant identification and so experience in this area will be seen as a plus, in addition to experience with GPS and PDA units. =20 =20 Pay $11 - $13 / hour (DOE), 40 hours/ week over two week periods. Overtime hours will not be paid though per diem will. The job will begin May 22, 2006 and end approximately August 18, 2006. =20 Interested applicants should send a letter of interest, resume, transcripts, and contact information for 3 references to [EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> or Lea Condon 1000 Valley Road, MS 186, Reno, Nevada, 89512. =20 =20 =20
