The Conservation Research Center of the Teton Science Schools is looking to fill positions for a Research Technician and Research Crew Leader for the period October 2013 - February 2014.
The chosen candidates will support all aspects of an applied ecology research program in northwest and central Wyoming. Primary duties will focus on evaluating the effects of deer delineators (reflectors) on wildlife-vehicle collisions (WVC). This study will couple behavioral observations with analysis of roadkill data to examine the efficacy of delineators as a WVC mitigation tool. Field work will involve night-time behavioral observations and covering/uncovering reflectors with canvas sample bags. Additional duties will include data management literature review, report writing, and development of educational materials. Schedules will vary throughout the season, but will likely be 10 days on/4 days off, October - December. Field sites are located near Basin, Greybull, Thermopolis and Riverton, WY. Office work is based in Jackson, WY. Expect 70% field time; 30% office time over the course of the project. Low-cost employee housing in Jackson may be provided depending upon availability; field housing and partial food stipend will be covered. Experience with wildlife observation and working in adverse weather conditions required. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in Microsoft Access, ArcGIS, maintenance/troubleshooting electronic equipment and ungulate fieldwork. Successful applicant will work with project staff, agency partners, volunteers and students. Please visit the following web page for more information and to apply: http://www.tetonscience.org/index.cfm?id=employment *************************** Corinna Riginos, Ph.D. Research Ecologist Conservation Research Center Teton Science Schools Jackson, WY Office: 307-734-3741 [email protected]
