JOB OPENINGS: Ecology of at-risk butterflies In the Pacific Northwest Several field assistants (and volunteers) are needed for a variety of projects related to the conservation of at-risk butterflies in the Pacific Northwest. Responsibilities include assisting with butterfly surveys, conducting behavioral observations, assisting with plant surveys, setting up field experiments, and other related field work. Other duties may include logistical support and data entry. Locations: Field sites include prairies near Corvallis and Eugene, OR, and near Mt. Adams and Olympia, WA as well as some work in the greenhouse at Washington State University Vancouver (a new campus in the WSU system just north of Portland, OR).
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should be responsible, motivated and able to reliably work independently in the field after initial training. Drivers license, and good eyesight and physical fitness are required for field positions. Detail-oriented, ability to work alone or with a small group, and maintaining positive attitude during long hours in the field are required. Preference for applicants with field botany and/or wildlife experience but any interested person should apply. Must be available for an in person interview. Position durations are variable, field seasons run late April through August. POSITIONS FENDERS BLUE STUDY NEAR CORVALLIS, OREGON: We will hire 3 people to assist with learning about the dispersal behavior of the Fenders blue butterfly in areas just outside of Corvallis, OR. For these positions, we especially encourage applicants residing in areas in or near Corvallis, OR and who are available full time from late April through late June. MARDON SKIPPER STUDY IN WASHINGTON: We will hire at least one person to assist with learning about the reproductive ecology of the Mardon skipper. This work will involve working and camping in remote locations for several weeks at a stretch. OTHER PROJECTS IN WASHINGTON AND OREGON: We aim to hire 2-3 people to assist with butterfly studies in the field and on the WSU Vancouver campus. Applicants residing in Olympia, Vancouver/Portland and Eugene are especially encouraged to apply for these positions. TO APPLY: Please send a letter of interest specifying which position(s) are being applied for, a resume and two letters of reference to Cheryl Schultz, [EMAIL PROTECTED] For information on the Mardon skipper study, please contact Loni Beyer at [EMAIL PROTECTED], (360)-546-9082 (lab) and (509) 860-0586 (cell) and see http://www.xerces.org/Endangered/mardonskipper.htm. Those interested in volunteering should get in touch with us. Review of applications will begin on March 26, 2007 and continue until positions are filled. For more information on please contact Cheryl Schultz, [EMAIL PROTECTED] or 360-546-9525, or see our website: http://www.vancouver.wsu.edu/fac/schultzc/index.html
