The Institute for Bird Populations has one seasonal supervisory
position remaining to fill for the summer of 2008. Please pass this
along to any interested individuals you may know.
Thanks,
Amy Finfera
Field Biologist needed to train and supervise interns operating
constant effort mist netting and banding stations for the MONITORING
AVIAN PRODUCTIVITY AND SURVIVORSHIP (MAPS) PROGRAM. One supervisory
biologist position is available for an existing network of stations
in Missouri, supervising two interns at one location, plus conducting
surveys for Cerulean Warblers. Position extends from April 23
through August 8, 2008. Successful applicants should have previous
experience with the MAPS protocol (www.birdpop.org), but require
advanced skills in bird banding, ageing and sexing of landbirds in
the hand, birdsong identification, and habitat
assessment. Applicants should also have an excellent detailed
working knowledge of the plumages and molts of landbirds in the
region. Preference will be given to those with a BS in Biology or
related natural resources field. Previous MAPS field biologist
interns are especially encouraged to apply. Demonstrated leadership
skills, attention to detail, good physical condition, a tolerance of
long days that begin before dawn, and the ability to endure sometimes
difficult field conditions are required. A reliable field vehicle is
a must. These field biologist positions are an excellent opportunity
to gain supervisory experience, and IBP full-time staff biologists
are often recruited from the field biologist pool. A salary of $2300
per month and on-the-job mileage reimbursement ($.33/mile) are
provided. The work schedule is 6 days on, 4 days off, weather
dependent. Join this continent-wide, cutting edge effort to
determine the vital rates that cause changes in North American
landbird populations. Interested applicants should send via email
(preferred) or U.S. mail a cover letter, professional resume, and
current contact information for three references that are familiar
with your professional experience and qualifications, along with a
completed MAPS Field Biologist Application form. Application forms
as well as further information can be found on our website,
<http://www.birdpop.org,/>www.birdpop.org, or contact AMY FINFERA,
The Institute for Bird Populations, P.O. Box 1346, Point Reyes
Station, CA 94956. FAX 415-663-9482, PH 415-663-1436, EMAIL:
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Amy Finfera
Staff Biologist
The Institute for Bird Populations
P.O. Box 1346
Point Reyes Station, CA 94956-1346
Phone: 415-663-1436
Fax: 415-663-9482
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