Three field assistants are needed for the capture and banding of sandhill cranes in northern Minnesota. Cranes will be fitted with GPS transmitters to study habitat use and spatial ecology. Fieldwork will be conducted primarily at night in wetland habitats and also during periods of crane activity around dawn and dusk. Successful applicants must be capable of hiking through wetlands all night and withstanding biting insects while carrying a heavy backpack. A resilient fortitude is essential to maintain a positive attitude during long hours of challenging fieldwork. Technicians must be able to work well with others. Working periods will be up to 10 days at a time. The most competitive applicants will have demonstrated experience conducting wildlife fieldwork in physically rigorous conditions.
Housing will be provided throughout the field season. Pay will be $2000-2250/month, depending on experience and qualifications. Position will start approximately April 10th and continue through July with the possibility for extension into August. Interested applicants should send a brief statement of interest, resume, and contact information for 2-3 references to David Wolfson at [email protected] by January 21, 2015.
