Field Research Assistant needed - northern Colorado
I am seeking 1-2 field assistants (full-time, temporary) for field studies of the ecology of grassland small mammals in north-central Colorado. Possible duties include live-trapping; radio-telemetric collaring and nocturnal tracking; blood, tissue and ectoparasite collection; and visual surveys of prairie dog colonies. May also involve arthropod pitfall trapping, vegetation measurements, avian nest, rabbit and carnivore scat surveys, and data entry using Excel. Dorm-style shared housing available at the SGS-LTER field station north of Nunn, Colorado. Position available May - August 2008, with possible extension into fall. QUALIFICATIONS: - Must have experience with mark-recapture methods (live-trapping, handling, marking) and radio-tracking of small mammals - Previous experience with tissue and blood collection techniques (retro-orbital bleeding) useful - Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision - Ability to carry at least 60 lbs for long distances - Valid US Driver's license and ability to operate a 4WD vehicle - Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and use of GPS units SALARY: $9-11/hr depending on experience. TO APPLY: Please send letter describing qualifications and experience and your interest; resume/CV; and names and contact information of two references electronically (PC Word or pdf file attachments) to: Dr. Paul Stapp ([EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> ), Department of Biological Science, California State University Fullerton. Telephone: 714.278.2849. DEADLINE: Friday 18 April 2008 or until filled.
