SUMMARY The USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center in Laurel, Maryland is seeking to hire three full-time temporary Biological Science Technicians to assist in running several large-scale wildlife monitoring programs in summer 2008. Students interested in birds and/or amphibians and in developing their computer skills are encouraged to apply.
Please refer to these websites for more information about these programs: www.pwrc.usgs.gov/naamp www.pwrc.usgs.gov/bbs www.pwrc.usgs.gov/point Applications accepted: March 11th ? April 7th, 2008 Statement of Work 2008 1. Types of Services Required: Assist in maintaining one of several wildlife monitoring databases: the North American Breeding Bird Survey (BBS) and North American Amphibian Monitoring Program (NAAMP), and the Bird Point Count Database. Duties include: preparation of biological data for computer entry, performance of quality assurance and quality control procedures on biological data, assisting with database management, photocopying and filing, preparation of maps, graphs, charts and other materials for web pages, and assisting in preparation of administrative correspondence. 2. Required Expertise/Skills: Currently enrolled student at an accredited college or university with at least two years of completed coursework; biology, wildlife management, or related majors preferred. Knowledge of biological theories, concepts and principles; knowledge of distributions and natural histories of North American birds and/or amphibians a plus. Knowledge of computer software used to summarize and visualize data, with a strong interest in learning more (i.e. Excel, Access, ArcGIS). Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 3. Description of Working Conditions: This is a full-time (8 hours/day, 40 hours/week), temporary position. Work will be performed in an office environment located on the USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center campus in Laurel, MD. Extended periods of computer use will be required. 4. Compensation: Compensation is commensurate with the level of education and experience, as follows: $14.63 per hour for student who has completed two or more years of college. Student is responsible for all costs of transportation to and from the principal duty station location. The Government does not provide housing, meals or other living expenses while working at the principal duty station. Travel away from the duty station is not expected. 5. Principal Duty Station: USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center, 12100 Beech forest Road, Laurel, Maryland 20708-4038. Student may enter building only during business hours or when project manager is present. Number of Students Required: 3 Estimated hours per position: 504 Approx Start Date: 27 May 2008 Approx End Date: 22 August 2008 (depending on student's academic schedule) Send resume and letter of interest to: Linda Weir, Wildlife Biologist, [EMAIL PROTECTED] This announcement may be found at: http://www.pwrc.usgs.gov/aboutus/jobs.cfm
