The Tewksbury lab at the University of Washington is seeking one field technician, May 4-July 17, to study the abundance and diversity of bird communities in an experimentally fragmented forest near Aiken, South Carolina. We are testing hypotheses about the effects of habitat fragmentation and habitat corridors on seed dispersal by birds. (More information about the Corridor Project: http://www.conservationcorridor.org/; More information about the Tewksbury lab: http://faculty.washington.edu/tewksjj/ )
The technician will conduct point count surveys 5 mornings per week for 5 weeks in longleaf and loblolly pine forests. S/he will also (1) assist with installing artificial perch poles and seed traps in habitat patches, (2) water plants in habitat patches 6 days per week for 5 weeks, (3) count the number of ripe fruits on all study plants once per week, and (4) assist with removing seed traps from forest patches in July. Ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic and the ability to identify South Carolina forest birds by sight and sound. Must also be able to maintain a positive attitude in extremely hot and humid field conditions (esp. in June and July). Compensation is $400 per week. Field vehicle is provided. Housing in Aiken, SC typically costs 1 person $400 per month. If interested please contact Dan Evans, [email protected]
