I am seeking two highly motivated technicians to work on a project studying the effects of ephemeral waters on organisms with complex life cycles in the Sonoran Desert. The study will take place on the Barry M Goldwater Range, USAF in south-central Arizona. We will be examining the spatial distribution of ephemeral waters and the type of site (natural tenajas, ‘improved’ tenajas, drinkers, and charcos) on species richness and individual species abundance for amphibians and dragonflies (Anisoptera). The work will include checking and maintaining audio-data loggers, identifying amphibian species during breeding choruses, sampling water quality, collecting and identifying invertebrates, and locating unmapped ephemeral waters. These positions will require hard work, problem solving, venomous snakes and invertebrates, and a tolerance for desert heat. This is a physically demanding job which requires hiking into remote sites, odd hours (evenings and mornings), extended hours during monsoonal rains, driving with 4wd on unmaintained roads, and coordinating with military security. Experience with amphibians and identifying invertebrates is desired, but not required. Preference will be given to motivated candidates willing and able to function in the summer desert environment. Approximate employment period: June 7 -August 27. $2400/month, housing is provided. To apply, please email (preferred) or snail mail a letter of interest including 1) how this position will help you fulfill your career goals, 2) pertinent work experience, 3) dates available to work, 4) address, phone, and email, 5) resume and 6) three references. Applications are being accepted now and a decision will be made ASAP. Texas Tech University requires background checks before a person can be hired. Kerry Griffis-Kyle Assistant Professor of Wetland Ecology Texas Tech University Box 42125 Lubbock, TX 79409
