SONGBIRD FIELD TECHNICIANS (6 positions) Come study songbird ecology and behavior in the scenic Hudson Valley (upstate NY) at the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies (http://www.caryinstitute.org/), as part of a project funded by the National Science Foundation through Texas Tech University. We are seeking motivated research technicians to assist with our long-term study on the breeding ecology of veeries and ovenbirds and vocal communication and mating strategies in the veery. Positions run from ~May 2nd until July 15th, 2011 (with extensions for 2 or more positions). Stipends vary from $1600 - $2,200/month depending on qualifications and position (see below). Housing at the Cary Institute is reserved for these positions.
LEAD BANDING TECHNICIAN (1 opening). Responsibilities: lead and organize our banding program consisting of: mist netting (target netting), bird banding, bleeding, transmitter application, morphometric measures, and data entry. Qualifications: Prior experience with mist netting and handling/banding birds is a must, as is the ability to carry 10-15 lbs of equipment through hilly forested terrain. Leadership and organizational skills are also essential for this position. LEAD TELEMETRY TECHNICIAN (1 opening). Responsibilities: Lead and organize our telemetry program consisting of: radio-tracking birds, taking GPS points, importing GPS data onto maps using ARC GIS software. Qualifications: Prior telemetry experience or skill in hearing, spotting, and following color-banded songbirds is preferred, must enjoy chasing veeries through hilly, wet, forested terrain. Leadership and organizational skills are also essential for this position. GENERAL TECHNICIANS (nest searchers, radio trackers, banders, song recorders) (4 openings). Responsibilities: Nest searching, veery and ovenbird nest monitoring, song recording, mist-netting, radio tracking, re-sighting color-banded banded birds, data entry. Qualifications: prior experience nest-searching and/or spotting color-banded songbirds is preferred. This is a great way to get experience with new techniques - must be willing to help with several jobs. To learn more or apply, please attach a letter of interest and resume (including contact information for 3 references) to DR. KEN SCHMIDT ([email protected]). Please indicate which position(s) you are interested in. Applications received by January 14, 2011 will receive full consideration, although applications will continue to be accepted until positions are filled.
