Mississippi Avian Field Technician Agency: Mississippi State University
Location: East-central Mississippi Duration: Approximately 10 May 2014 – 5 August 2014 Job Type: Temporary/Seasonal Salary: $8.75/ hour plus free housing Last Date to Apply: 15 March 2014 Job Description: Field technicians are needed to assist a Master’s thesis assessing the effect of edge and adjacent habitat types on abundance, diversity, space use, and reproductive outcomes of several early successional bird species. Technicians will be responsible for conducting early morning point-count surveys, territory/spot mapping, nest searching, and vegetation surveys. Additionally, technicians will be responsible for setting up and taking down camera trap stations, reviewing camera images, and entering field data. I am seeking qualified applicants that are able to begin early to mid-May, and work through the first week of August (some flexibility is possible surrounding start and end dates). Qualifications: Applicants should be working towards or have obtained a B.S. degree in wildlife ecology or a related field. Preference will be giving to applicants with experience conducting bird point-count surveys – especially songbirds of the southeast, and those possessing tree and plant identification skills. However, individuals with a strong interest in, willingness, and ability to learn are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants absolutely must be physically capable of working independently and in difficult field conditions (e.g., extreme heat, humidity, sun, DENSE vegetation, biting insects, etc.). Applicants must be familiar with using GPS, compass, and maps for navigation. All positions require a valid driver’s license, the ability to safely operate 4x4 vehicles on dirt roads, and the ability to work effectively and in cooperation with co-workers. To Apply: Please submit the following application materials via email to Jenny Foggia ([email protected]) no later than March 15, 2014: (1) resume/CV, (2) cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the position, and (3) contact information (email and phone) for 3 professional references. Contact Person: Jenny Foggia Contact Email: [email protected]
