WATERBIRD BIOLOGIST AND CREW LEADER WITH USGS (1) ? DAVIS AND SAN FRANCISCO BAY, CA: Seeking a crew leader at the USGS Davis Field Station starting Winter 2010 to September 2011 (with likely extension) to work on studies on waterbird ecology and avian reproduction in the San Francisco Bay, California. Primary duties will involve leading field crews, organizing and managing large datasets, and coordinating research projects. Experience with nest monitoring, radio telemetry, and capturing and handling waterbirds is preferred. Specific duties may include locating and monitoring several species of waterbird nests to estimate survival; handling and measuring chicks; capturing, marking, and radio-tracking Forster?s tern chicks; maintaining equipment; egg and fish sample processing; field and laboratory sorting and identification of birds and fish; data entry; organizing field work; and collecting other ecological data as directed by supervisor. Nest monitoring involves hiking through marshes for much of the day and lifting heavy boats and motors off vehicles into ponds on a daily basis. Applicants should have experience with the operation of 4WD vehicles and boats and must be comfortable working in small boats and in heavy, urban traffic conditions. Incumbent will be expected to enter data into spreadsheets, compile and organize field data, as well as prepare tabular data, graphs, charts, and reports under the direction of the supervisor. Position will require incumbent to work independently and as a team member to execute field research. We are seeking enthusiastic and organized person with a strong work ethic. Must be willing to work some long hours, including early morning, evening, or nighttime hours and some weekends as needed. Housing is not provided. Incumbent will work initially in Davis, CA, and then in April 2011 will lead a field crew at field site near San Jose California. If interested send cover letter, resume, and 3 references VIA EMAIL to: Dr. Josh Ackerman ([email protected]), Dr. Mark Herzog ([email protected]) and Dr. Garth Herring ([email protected]) ASAP. THIS IS A PREANNOUNCEMENT ONLY; PLEASE CONTACT US FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON THE REQUIRED APPLICATION PROCESS.
The USGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection for this position will be based solely on merit, fitness, and qualifications without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, marital status, national origin, non-disqualifying handicap conditions, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factors. This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities.
