Field technician (1) and intern (1) needed for a long-term forest bird monitoring study at the HJ Andrews Experimental Forest (http://andrewsforest.oregonstate.edu/index.cfm?topnav=1) from approximately 1 May to mid-July. The research project is done by the Betts landscape ecology lab at Oregon State University (http://www.fsl.orst.edu/flel/index.htm). Duties include conducting avian point count surveys along transects through forests and on dirt roads, acoustic recordings, data entry and error checking. Mist-netting and banding of birds are also likely. Both positions requires hiking in mountainous terrain, travel on dirt roads by 4WD vehicle and mountain bike, early mornings, and working outside for extended periods in cold and wet conditions. Applicants should be physically fit, motivated, organized, and comfortable working in remote areas alone or in a group. Ability to adapt to a variable work schedule is also necessary. Point count experience and identification skills of birds of the Pacific Northwest by sight and sound are necessary for technician position, and previous mist netting and bird handling skills are preferred, but not required. The intern position is intended for folks beginning in the field of ornithology that are interested in learning new skills and techniques. Apartment-style housing is provided at the HJ Andrews with shared rooms. The field station is located in the Willamette National Forest near Blue River, OR and provides access to great hiking and mountain biking trails, swimming holes, and hot springs. Pay for technician is $1600/month and intern is $600/month. Please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 references to April Bartelt at hja.birds AT gmail.com<http://gmail.com>. Application deadline is February 15, 2013. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
