FIELD ASSISTANTS (4) needed to conduct Golden-winged Warbler surveys and monitoring of reproduction in the Alleghany Mountains of Virginia, 2 hours west of Charlottesville. Three assistants are needed from *~April 20 until June 30 *and one is needed until* mid August*. Applicants should be willing and able to work alone in remote conditions, work well in a team, and have excellent bird observation skills. Applicants should have some previous field experience, preferably with birds, some experience navigating on foot with a GPS, and have a valid driver's license. Salary is $1500/month, plus housing in a very comfortable farm house. The Allegheny Mountains region is home to the Washington and Jefferson National Forests with ample opportunities for hiking and camping. To apply, email a letter of interest, resume, earliest starting date, and contact information of three references to Lesley Bulluck at the Virginia Commonwealth University (email: lpbull...@vcu.edu). Also, feel free to contact Lesley via email if you have any questions.
