Research Technician Position Available I seek a highly motivated individual to assist with a conservation biology/ecology research project in the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas and Missouri. This project will examine how natural and anthropogenic factors affect the observed distribution and densities of the imperiled Coldwater Crayfish Orconectes eupunctus across multiple spatial scales. Work will include stream field sampling, office work, and other duties as assigned.
JOB DESCRIPTION: One full-time research position is available. Start date is May 2011 (flexible) and end date is November 2011 (flexible). Salary is $1,000 per month. DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS: The technician will be aiding a graduate student both in the field and office. Field sampling will be conducted as part of a team that includes members of Arkansas Game and Fish Commission and other agencies. Field work will involve collecting, identifying, and recording crayfish, as well as recording a suite of environmental variables. Applicants must be in good physical shape and able to endure long, hot hours in the field and under adverse weather conditions. Applicants must also be willing to travel and spend nights away from home. Travel related expenses will be paid. Previous work in streams and with crayfish is desirable, but not required. Office duties may include data entry/collection, maintenance of sampling gear, travel preparations, etc. GIS knowledge is desirable, but not required. A positive attitude and willingness to learn are a must. HOW TO APPLY: Send a cover letter, list of relevant courses and grades, and resume with names, phones numbers and email addresses of three references to [email protected] or: Matthew Nolen Arkansas Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit Department of Biological Sciences-SCEN 509 University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR 72701 For more information e-mail [email protected]
