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Botany Field Technician Position Available Immediately Work with a team to map weeds on Santa Cruz Island Preserve (a 62,000 acre island within Channel Islands National Park) using ground detection and helicopter surveys in remote terrain. Helicopter will be used as transportation to/from remote areas on a daily basis; on-site training will be given on all safety aspects of working around helicopters. GPS and record field data on specific (50+) weed species. Work independently and with a team in a remote island setting. Live in field housing, with limited trips to the mainland. Travel by boat to the island. Estimated field season AprilJune, 1 to 3 months, negotiable. Requirements Knowledge of and ability to recognize Southern California plants and weeds Ability to key plants to species Ability to record detailed field notes Ability to use GPS data logger Ability to hike long hours Must have correct color vision and depth perception. 4-wheel drive experience ideal but not required Compensation Dependent on experience, from $2500 to $2900 per month Schedule will be 10 days on then 4 days off, negotiable Transportation to and from island paid during 4-day weekend On-island food and housing provided: separate bedroom, with communal living space, kitchen and bathrooms Contact Rachel Wolstenholme (805) 223 1332 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
