Overview: Field studies will measure long-term changes in forest bird communities. Field work will involve travel to forest plots around southern Wisconsin, conducting avian abundance surveys. Training will begin May 15 and season will extend through mid- July. Collected data will be compared to surveys conducted on the same plots in the 1950s. Avian community changes will be correlated with data measuring land cover changes and vegetation changes over the same time period.
Position description: I am searching for a field technician to conduct field abundance surveys. Ideal candidates will have familiarity with Midwest forest birds, experience in avian field censuses, basic navigation skills, enthusiasm for travel (some camping likely), ability to hike in forested terrain for long periods, valid driver license and good driving record, and comfort with working alone early in the morning. Compensation $3000 for season. Field work details: Fielf sites include 64 plots, scattered across southern WI. Based in Madison, WI, housing may be available. Training in field ID and survey protocol is scheduled May 15-19, data collection from May 20-mid-July. Abundance surveys, consisting of point transects with distance estimation and line transects, will occur from dawn - 9 a.m. After training together to ensure data consistency, technician will work individually at 2-3 sites per day. Field days will be weather-dependent and may occur on weekends and may occur many days in a row. To apply, please contact Anders Olson, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Include a brief statement of interest, your resume or CV, with names and contact information for 3 references.
