Ornithological Research Technicians (4) needed for large-scale forest songbird and woodpecker monitoring projects in boreal and sub-boreal ecosystems.
Location: Prince George, British Columbia Job responsibilities and duties include: Collection of field data on avian communities and bird-forestry interactions by means of BBS-style point-counts and spot-mapping, nest searching, and vegetation sampling. Data entry, compilation, and analyses. Keeping detailed and legible notes, and assisting with project managers as circumstances dictate. Qualifications: Strong identification skills of birds by sight and sound, specifically birds of north-central and northeastern British Columbia. Ability to drive 4x4 vehicles. Good physical condition (able to hike over rough and uneven terrain). Ability to tolerate biting insects, heat, cold, and isolated living conditions. In addition to the required qualifications listed above, the best candidates for these positions will also: Be able to work well both independently and in a team environment. Be able to work long hours, sometimes over 7-10 days and long shifts. Be able to adjust to changing and sometimes unexpected conditions. Experience operating ATVs. Have bear safety and first aid training. Have completed or currently enrolled in a biology, ecology or related degree program. Canadian citizens under the age of 30 and have completed a university degree are encouraged to indicate this in their application as additional funding and increased contract durations may be available. Salary: Pay D.O.E., starting at $3000/mo. Use of personal high-clearance 4x4 vehicle optional, but reimbursed at $75/day plus fuel. Duration: This is a 2-month contract (mid-May to mid-July) with possibility of extension. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Interested individuals should submit a cover letter and resume, on or before February 16, 2007, by email, to Aaron Deans at [EMAIL PROTECTED] with "Ornithological Research Technician" in the subject line. Only potential candidates will be contacted. All eligible individuals will be kept on file for future considerations.
