Seeking field assistants for a National Science Foundation-funded project studying the influence of spatial "hot spots" of rodent activity on other ecosystem components at the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies in Millbrook, New York. Duties include monitoring rodent space use via track plates, monitoring larval tick abundance by drag surveys, searching for gypsy moth egg masses, monitoring tree seed production, measuring vegetation cover, and data handling and entry.
Start/end dates: Aug 17-November 20 2009 Pay: $12/hr On-site housing is available -- inquire for details. Ability to work outdoors in rugged terrain, at odd hours or weekends, in inclement weather with a positive attitude a must. Prior field experience and facility with Excel preferred. Provide a resume indicating educational and work experience, with contact information for 3 references. Contact: Dr. Eric Schauber SIUC Cooperative Wildlife Research Laboratory 618-453-6940 [email protected]
