A fulltime field technician is sought for a demographic and behavioral study located at Perdido Key, Florida. The position is anticipated to be filled by December, 2013. The project PIs are at the University of Florida in the Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation (www.wec.ufl.edu). The candidate will be a member of a multi-PI team (Austin, Oli, Branch, Miller) that is overseeing a large multi-faceted study on beach mouse demographics and behavior.
The field technician will be involved in multiple aspects including data collection, data management, training and supervision of part-time field crews. The candidate will work closely with post-doctoral researches and the project PIs, and will be a key cog in the successful completion of this project. Requirements: Minimally, A BS in ecology or evolutionary biology related study. Field experience working with small mammals (preferred), demonstrated experience in large ecological field projects, ability to conduct fieldwork (including late hours), GIS fundamentals, radio-tracking experience, demonstrated data management skills, ability to work within deadlines and work independently, and highly organized practices are all required. A valid drivers license is also required. The work location is on Perdido Key, a barrier island located at the extreme western extent of the Florida panhandle. The candidate will be responsible for the production of figures and tables for project reports, will be involved with data collection, management, and data archiving. Main duties will vary from week to week, ranging from monthly or bi-monthly week-long trapping, radio-telemetry, road mortality surveys, and other behavioral research. The candidate will be hired on a time-limited basis, with an initial 6-month probationary period; funding is anticipated for up to 2 years. The position will be for $16/hr (approximately equivalent to $33,000 per annum), and the position is under the general OPS category (see http://www.hr.ufl.edu/training/neo/newops.asp#general for more information OPS positions at UF.) For further information: Dr. James Austin Dept. Wildlife Ecology and Conservation University of Florida Gainesville, FL 32611 352-846-0646 [email protected]
